Does fenugreek cause water rentention?

[pattedanguille]

Hello girls,

I've been taking 4 capsules of fenugreek (330mg) a day for a week now, and I did feel some soreness so I'm thinking it's doing something. Plus, this morning when I put on my bra I felt my boobs were fuller than usual, but maybe it's all in my head it's too early to see a noticeable difference! So I'd like to keep taking these capsules since it seems to be working, but I have the feeling it's causing some water retention too as my calves look bigger in the evening.
So... could fenugreek be the reason?
And if so, are there some herbs that work for NBE and prevent water retention that I could take on top of fenugreek?

Thanks a lot!

[Wenonae]

There's no one pill that gives healthy BE for everyone.
If you're already have the side effects of swollen ankles- then you have 2 choices. Try to use something to help release the extra water (drink more water or swallow another pill)...or maybe try another pill for BE with less side effects.

I'd recommend using fennel vs. the fenugreek for you b/c it it diuretic(water-releasing) properties AND estrogenic help. I don't get the feeling you need the prolactin-based benefits that fenugreek would provide.

Wen'

[pattedanguille]

Wow you're fast Wen!
Thanks a lot for your advice. Since Fenugreek seems to be working, I keep going and I'll try to get rid of this water rentention another way (I don't drink enough water during the day, so let's try that), but if it keeps bugging me then I'll go for fennel.
Thanks again!

[pattedanguille]

oh but are you also suggesting I can take both fenugreek AND fennel capsules? I'm sorry I'm confused

[Wenonae]

Drop fenu..do only fennel.

Wen'

[pattedanguille]

OK! thanks for clarifying Wen!

[annielizstan]

Hi,

Fenugreek is helpful

• Fenugreek leaves are highly beneficial in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence and sluggish liver. The seeds are also useful in the treatment of colic, flatulence, dysentery, diarrhea and dyspepsia.

• The leaves and seeds of fenugreek are rich in iron. They help to prevent anaemia a condition where a low level of hemoglobin occurs.

• Fenugreek seeds are also helpful in the management of diabetes. Studies suggest that it contains an amino acid which helps to reduce insulin resistance and decreases blood sugar levels in diabetics.

• Leaves of fenugreek helps in the healing of mouth ulcers. An infusion of the leaves is used as a gargle for recurrent ulcers.

• Fenugreek tea can be helpful in treating leucorrhoea.

• Fenugreek seeds are helpful in the removal of dandruff. Soak two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds overnight and in the morning make paste of those seeds and apply on the scalp and leave it for one hour. Then wash your hair with plain water. Regular use of this will make your hair dandruff free.

• Tea made from the fenugreek seeds is beneficial in reducing fevers. Fenugreek seeds when moistened with water become slightly mucilaginous and hence the tea made from them has the power to dissolve sticky substance like mucus.

• Fenugreek can also be used topically for the treatment of many skin infections.

• Tea made from the fenugreek seeds is also beneficial in controlling bad breath and body odor. Unpleasant odors occur due to the accumulation of hardened mucus and other toxins in the nasal and oral passages, the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, blood and vagina. Fenugreek tea taken regularly helps to remove these accumulations from these spots where mouthwash and soap can never penetrate.

• Halwa made from the finely powdered fenugreek seeds, wheat flour and ghee is beneficial after delivery. It helps in the quick normalization after delivery. The seeds made into gruel and given to nursing mothers increase the flow of milk.

• If used regularly fenugreek seeds can also help to lower the cholesterol level.

It is best .