Benefits of Methi

Methi, which I call the topaz of the kitchen because of how hard and bitter its yellow seeds are, has more benefits than you could ever think of.

They contain a lot of minerals and are a great source of fiber. I've been soaking methi seeds for more than a decade, so I can attest to its benefits. Soaking methi seeds takes away their bitter taste and also makes them easier to chew. To get the most out of them, you need to chew them well. This is because the enzymes in your saliva help break down the nutrients so they can be easily absorbed.

Methi is one of the most iron-rich foods. So, this is an easy thing to add to your meals if you have low hemoglobin. It is easy to put in chutneys, upma, and even vegetables. Along with a good amount of protein, it also has magnesium, manganese, calcium, and phosphorous.

Since it has a lot of soluble fiber, eating it on an empty stomach can help control your hunger by making you feel full. It also helps keep insulin levels in check, lowers cholesterol, and helps you lose weight. People who are more likely to get diabetes because of their genes should actually eat this every day.

Methi also has progesterone, which is good for women who have cramps and pains during their periods and for women who have hot flashes during menopause. Methi is also a part of the food that women eat right after giving birth in India. This is because it helps the baby get more milk.

Methi is good for a lot of things when you eat it, but it is also great for your hair. I put a mixture of methi and coconut milk on my hair often to keep it healthy and soft. Methi has both lecithin, which keeps the hair moist, and nicotinic acid, which stops hair loss.

I hope you'll try to work this little gem into your daily life, too.