Is Fenugreek safe to take?
It is known to be safe for breastfeeding moms when they want to increase thier milk supply. It is also a good way of eleviating masitits. There are side effects to some mums which include diarrhea, a ‘maple syrup’ odour in urine and if taken in high doses (not reccomended) can cause worsening of asthmatic symptoms and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). It is not advised to take while pregnant, so breastfeeding moms who are pregnant too, shouldn’t use it. For mastitis…Steep several ounces of seeds in a cup or so of water. Let seeds cool, then mash them. Place on a clean cloth, warm, and use as a poultice or plaster on engorged or mastitic breasts to help with let-down and sore spots. This seems to draw infection out and assist the flow of milk. Mothers generally notice an increase in production 24-72 hours after starting the herb, but it can take two weeks for others to see a change. Fenugreek can be used either short-term to boost milk supply or long-term to augment supply and/or pumpin
