General Information
                   Fenugreek seeds have been used for many years as an herbal remedy, but it is fairly new in the essential oil market.
                  
                    Therapeutic Properties
                   emollient, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, sudorific
                   
                  
                                                         | Affinity For | 
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                                       | digestion | respiratory system | endocrine system | 
                        
                  
                                                                          | Resonance | Plant Family | Part Utilized 
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                                       | physical | Fabaceae | seeds | 
                        
                  Aromatic Considerations
                   The aroma of fenugreek is reminiscent of Indian curry, of which it is a key ingredient. There is just
                   a hint of balsam and the earthy aroma of angelica.
                   
                   Application
                   Fenugreek should be diluted well for topical application.
                   
                    Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
                   There is not enough known yet about fenugreek essential oil to comment on its emotional aspects.
                   
                   Physical Aspects
                   Fenugreek is used as an aid to digestion and  as an expectorant for the lungs and bronchials. The herb is often used  as a poultice for boils, cysts, and inflamed tissues. The oil should be  even more powerful in those applications. Fenugreek stimulates  perspiration, lowering fever while helping the body to rid itself of  bacteria and toxins. Fenugreek is an excellent source of natural iron,  silicon, sodium, and thiamine. You do not need to ingest the oil to reap  the nutritional benefits. Fenugreek seeds have an excellent reputation  for use with diabetes. In the studies conducted, fenugreek was used in  conjunction with insulin administered either by mouth or by injection.
                   
                   Cautions
                   There are no known cautions for fenugreek  oil, but I have seen overdoses of the herb with infants. Please use  reasonable caution, as always, with babies and small children.
                                          
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