Vegetarian Capsules Starwest Herb Capsules 100 count are packaged in a light and moisture-resistant white bottle, with a tamper-evident, pressure-sealed lid. 500 count bulk packs are packaged in foil, barrier-seal bags. Our superior quality herbs are captured in 100% natural and Certified Kosher size 0 vegetarian capsules. Derived from naturally occurring vegetable cellulose and 100% preservative free, vegetarian capsules do not interfere with the digestive process. Most, but not all herbs, are also certified kosher. These capsules do not have additives or filler. When you choose Starwest Herb Capsules you are getting over 28 years of experience and our guarantee of superior quality, potency, consistency and dependability. We select our herbs and spices from natural renewable sources and are irradiation-free. We begin with carefully selected whole herbs (when possible) from reputable growers around the world. Followed with numerous quality control inspections before and after processing in which we adhere to our strict quality control standards. Starwest encapsulates only superior quality herb powder and strives to consistently capture and maintain the purest and highest quality botanicals and their natural benefits. Whole or ground fenugreek (foenum-graecum is Latin for 'Greek hay') is traditional in Mediterranean and Indian cooking, found in most Indian curries and chutneys. A favourite Indian dish is 'methi aloo' or pan-fried potatoes flavoured with fenugreek. It is also a basic Indian pickling spice. Fenugreek is also sprouted and used in salads, providing an excellent source of Vitamin E. Fenugreek's steroidal saponins account for many of its beneficial effects, particularly the inhibition of cholesterol absorption and synthesis. The seeds are rich in dietary fiber, which may be the main reason they can lower blood sugar and cholersterol levels. This remarkable property has been confirmed in more than one modern study. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Fenugreek seed for 'Internal: Loss of appetite. External: As poultice for local inflammation.' 'Side Effects: Repeated external applications can result in undesirable skin reactions. 'Dosage: Internal: 6 g drug; equivalent preparations. External: 50 g powdered drug with ΒΌ liter water. Mode of Administration: Liniments in the form of alcoholic solutions, ointments, gels, emulsions, oils. Also bath additive and as an inhalant.' 'Actions: Secretolytic; Hyperemic; Mild antiseptic.' Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'In Cairo it is used under the name of Helba. This is an Egyptian preparation, made by soaking the seeds in water till they swell into a thick paste. Said to be equal to quinine in preventing fevers; is comforting to the stomach and has been utilized for diabetes. The seeds are soaked in water, then allowed to sprout, and when grown about 2 or 3 inches high, the green eaten raw with t
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Manufacturer: Starwest Botanicals
