A REVIEW ON TRIGONELLA FOENUM GRAECUM

Abstract

Fenugreek (Menthi / Trigonella foenum graecum) is a plant of Leguminosae family that grows annually and is cultivated in Mediterranean countries and Asia. The seeds of fenugreek are an excellent source of gum, fiber, alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and volatile compounds. The objective of this article is to review the use of fenugreek in foods and nutraceuticals.