Fenugreek Seed (Whole) ½ lb. : Grocery & Gourmet Food

Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum ◄► Components: Fenugreek is an annual in the legume family.

The seeds form in pods much like those of green beans.

They have a pungent aroma similar to curry powder and an astringent, bitter flavor. Overview: In ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, these seeds were used to calm a wide range of issues from bronchial problems to skin discomfort.

Today, fenugreek is still a bit of a panacea, known to improve problems associated with swelling, high blood pressure, bad germs, breast milk deficiency, constipation, and skin irregularities. Uses: The dried seed is used whole or powdered as a culinary spice, encapsulated, or as a tea or tincture