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Cinnamon and fenugreek tea can be beneficial in PCOD, learn the benefits and the right way to drink it.
PCOD causes imbalances in many of our body's hormones. Therefore, balancing these hormones is essential to manage PCOD. Learn how cinnamon and fenugreek tea can be beneficial.
PCOD not only causes cysts in women's ovaries, but it also causes hormonal imbalances in the body, affecting a woman's entire system—both physical and mental—health. In PCOD, insulin, estrogen, and progesterone—all three hormones—become imbalanced, and therefore, balancing these three hormones is essential for managing PCOD symptoms. Fenugreek seeds and cinnamon tea can help balance insulin and reduce PCOD complications. Let's learn from experts about its benefits and the right way to incorporate it into your diet. Dietitian, hormone, and gut health coach Manpreet Kalra provides information on this topic. She is the founder and director of Reboot Gut Health Care Pvt. Ltd., Delhi.
Why is fenugreek and cinnamon tea beneficial in PCOD?
Dietitian Manpreet calls this tea Insulin Balance Tea. She says that drinking this tea will not only balance insulin levels but can also help regulate periods.
- Fenugreek seeds reduce insulin resistance, balance hormones, prevent sugar spikes, and regulate menstrual cycles.
- It improves the glucose and insulin levels in the blood, which helps in controlling the symptoms of PCOD.
- This also removes problems related to digestion.
- Cinnamon increases insulin sensitivity, which means the body is able to use insulin more effectively.
- The antioxidant properties present in it reduce inflammation.
- Bay leaves also work to reduce inflammation and control glucose levels.
- The antioxidants present in cloves also reduce oxidative stress.
How to make fenugreek seeds and cinnamon tea for PCOD?
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Material |
Method |
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Fenugreek seeds – quarter teaspoon |
Put water in a pan and boil it. |
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Cinnamon powder – 1 pinch |
Now add fenugreek seeds, bay leaves, cinnamon powder and cloves in it. |
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Bay leaf - 1 |
Boil it for 5-7 minutes. |
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Cloves – 2 |
After this squeeze lemon in it. |
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Lemon – half |
Drink it lukewarm in the morning on an empty stomach. |
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Water – one and a half cup |
After this, start the day with nuts and seeds. |
Experts say that fenugreek and cinnamon tea is extremely beneficial for PCOD. However, it should be consumed in limited quantities. If you have any other health conditions or are taking any medications, consult a doctor before consuming it. In Harzindagi's Wellness section, we will continue to strive to provide you with accurate information about health issues through our articles. If you enjoyed this story,
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