Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek seeds are also popularly known as methi dana in Indian households and are known for their nutritional value. Fenugreek seeds are not only consumed for health benefits but can also be used on your hair to make them stronger and supple.

Fenugreek seeds aka methi have been used since ancient times and also hold some amazing ayurvedic properties, they are a common spice that is used in Indian cuisine and are known for their aroma and pragmatic taste. 

Fenugreek seeds are not only famous for controlling hair fall issues but they also work well to aid digestion and can also help in weight loss if taken regularly.

These seeds are rich in folic acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C, and are enriched with minerals such as potassium, calcium, and iron. Fenugreek seeds also have high protein and nicotinic acid content, which help in controlling hair fall and damaged hair. Not only this but these magical seeds also hydrate and give your hair follicles enough nutrients to grow and become healthy. 

Benefits of Fenugreek Seeds 

After talking about fenugreek seeds in brief now let us get into the benefits of these seeds. Here are some of the benefits of fenugreek seeds. 

Controls dandruff 

Fenugreek seeds are high in protein and nicotinic content and are extremely important and effective in hair care. Dandruff is one such condition that can not only be embarrassing but can also make your hair weak and brittle leading your hair to extreme hair loss. To solve this problem, we have one of the ways in which you can use fenugreek seeds to help with dandruff. Start by making a paste of soaked fenugreek seeds grind them into a thick consistency and add yogurt to it, then apply this paste all over your hair and let it set for 15-20 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water. You can repeat this twice a week to get better results, using this the right way will reduce your dandruff leading to an itch-free scalp.

Promotes hair growth 

As we all know fenugreek seeds are loaded with nutrients that not only promote hair growth but what we did not know was that it also helps in improving the texture of the hair when used on a regular basis. To prepare a fenugreek seed pack for hair growth, you need to start by blending half-cup soaked fenugreek seeds with one tablespoon aloe vera gel, if you have an aloe vera plant at home then you can easy scoop it off, then add a tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply this to your scalp, allow it to rest for 30-40 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water. Make sure you are using a mild cleanser to rinse it off.

Reduces hair fall 

We all know fenugreek seeds are helpful in improving scalp health and making the hair stronger from within the roots, strong roots lead to strong hair follicles. Fenugreek seeds are very effective in controlling and treating hair fall, so start by soaking some fenugreek seeds at night and blend them in the morning, add some water and lemon juice. Apply this mixture on your scalp for about 30-40 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water using a mild shampoo. 

Reduces frizziness 

We all go through frizzy hair from time to time, monsoon season brings sweat and frizz which can damage and dull our hair over time. However, you can use fenugreek seeds to condition your hair from within, and trust us it will work even better than your regular conditioner. If you are dealing with frizzy and dry hair, soak fenugreek seeds in water overnight and apply the water you used to soak the seeds in your hair the next day. This will restore your natural shine and texture and will also help in controlling frizz. You can use this twice or thrice a week depending on your hair wash schedule.

Revents premature greying of hair 

Premature hair greying has become a very common problem among today’s youth, the environmental factors along with our hectic lifestyle are to be blamed for it. Fenugreek seeds are packed with potassium that can help you deal with the problems of premature hair greying, but you need to be consistent with your hair care. Mix soaked fenugreek seeds paste with amla juice and apply it to the scalp. Allow it to set for about 45 minutes to an hour and then rinse it off with a mild shampoo. 

A lot of people also drink fenugreek water early morning as it helps in easing all stomach-related problems, you can soak in one tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in one glass of water. The next morning add the water along with the seeds to a pan and let it come to a boil. You can drink this detox water on a regular basis and you can also chew the fenugreek seeds. 

Take Away 

Fenugreek seeds are magical and are easily available in our homes, we should always experiment with our natural ayurvedic spices that hold so much value. We hope you liked the information shared above and we hope that you all will also try these amazing fenugreek hair masks and detox water.