Methi
मेथिका
Fenugreek · ഉലുവ
About
Trigonella foenum-graecum. Kitchen-shelf medicine.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | मेथिका |
|---|---|
| English | Fenugreek |
| Malayalam | ഉലുവ |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta |
| Guna (quality) | snigdha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Diabetes, lactation, joint pain, cholesterol.
Found in formulations
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.