FENUGREEK AND ITS BIOLOGICAL EFFECTS

The dried seeds of fenugreek are used as a spice while the leaves are used as a vegetable in the Indian culinary arts. Fenugreek seeds is a rich source of protein, fibre and omega 3 fatty acids while the leaves are sources of beta carotene, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium and vitamin C. India is one of the major producers and exporters of fenugreek.