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Soaked fenugreek (methi) seed water

Fenugreek seeds are rich in soluble fibre and have long been part of traditional diets for people watching their blood sugar. This is a supportive food habit only — it is not a treatment for diabetes.

Illustrated still life with fenugreek seeds.

Important: this remedy is only a supportive home measure. Keep taking any medicine your doctor has prescribed, monitor your readings, and consult your doctor before adding anything new.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 glass water

How to prepare

  1. Soak the fenugreek seeds in the water overnight.

How to use

  • In the morning, drink the water and chew the softened seeds, or add the seeds to your dal or sabzi.
  • Keep a log of your sugar readings and share it with your doctor.

Precautions

  • Keep taking your prescribed diabetes medicine. Never reduce or stop it on your own.
  • Fenugreek may add to the effect of diabetes medicine and cause low sugar — check your readings and talk to your doctor before starting.
  • Avoid medicinal amounts during pregnancy. It may cause gas or loose stools, and interact with blood thinners.