Thursday, October 7, 2010

Fenugreek

I am a strong believer in this product. I am currently taking Fenugreek and did when I was breastfeeding my oldest daughter. Fenugreek allows you to breastfeed for a longer period of time by increasing your milk production. It is not harmful to your baby. Fenugreek is used to treat bronchitis, coughs, respiratory problems, sinus conditions and increase milk supply.

Fenugreek seeds contain hormone precursors that increase milk supply.  Scientists do not know for sure how this happens. It has been found that fenugreek can increase a nursing mother's milk supply within 24 to 72 hours after first taking the herb.  Many women today take fenugreek in a pill form (ground seeds placed in capsules). The pills can be found at most vitamin and nutrition stores and at many supermarkets and natural foods stores.  Fenugreek can also be taken in tea form, although tea is believed to be less potent than the pills and the tea comes with a bitter taste that can be hard to stomach.

Fenugreek is not right for everyone.  The herb has caused aggravated asthma symptoms in some women and has lowered blood glucose levels in some women with diabetes

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