What is Fenugreek?
Fenugreek, (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. It’s cultivated in central and southeastern Europe, western Asia, India and northern Africa. Fenugreek is commonly ground and used as a spice in some curries. It has a distinctive flavor which has been described as a sweet- bitter taste.

Its English name comes from two Latin words meaning Greek hay.

What is Fenugreek used for?
Fenugreek is one of the oldest medicinal plants referenced in history, since it is mentioned in Ancient Egyptian writings to have been used for many health supporting purposes* as well as in embalming agents.

Fenugreek seeds contain iron, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin C, phosphates, flavonoids, saponins and trigonelline, among other constituents. It is used as an appetizer and included in many foods and beverages. The seed is also high in fiber and protein. You can find Fenugreek as bulk seeds, capsules, tinctures, and in teas.

Why Nature’s Answer?
Nature’s Answer Fenugreek is made with the added assurance of our Advanced Botanical Fingerprint Technology®. All plants have unique chemical characteristics, markers, and natural patterns that can be used to identify them (just like human fingerprints). Our in-house laboratory has accumulated and preserved over 800 plant specimens, creating one of the most comprehensive collections of genetically verified plant specimens found anywhere in the world. Our state-of-the-art laboratory equipment has identified each and every plant’s distinctive botanical fingerprint, which we then use as our baseline to analyze the quality and purity of every incoming botanical used to manufacture our products. This unique process is our Advanced Botanical Fingerprint Technology®, and we take great pride in knowing that it allows us to completely assure you that your products contain only the highest quality botanical ingredients.