--- title: "Seed: Natural Remedies | Herbadex" description: "Seeds eaten whole, ground or brewed." language: en url: https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/ source: Herbadex (https://herbadex.com) --- Forms of use # Seed Seeds eaten whole, ground or brewed. 15 herbs · 5 with clinical evidence (A/B) · 8 not marked avoid in pregnancy Search herbs Sort Hide herbs to avoid in pregnancyHide external-use-only herbsStrong / limited evidence only (A/B) These filters do not guarantee safety. Results may include herbs with unknown safety. **15** herbs found ### [Chasteberry Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/chasteberry-seed/) A Strong clinical evidence Vitex agnus-castus Chasteberry dry extract may help with symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS); regular use for 3 months is recommended for effect. [Women’s Health](https://herbadex.com/en/for/womens-health/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Flaxseed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/flaxseed/) A Strong clinical evidence Linum usitatissimum Taken with plenty of liquid, flaxseed may help soften stools in habitual constipation; drinking enough fluid with it is essential. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Black Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/black-seed/) B Limited clinical evidence Nigella sativa A spice seed for which small studies saw modest falls in blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure. Kitchen amounts are safe. [Metabolism, Weight & Blood Sugar](https://herbadex.com/en/for/metabolism/) [Heart & Circulation](https://herbadex.com/en/for/heart-circulation/) +1 [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Cumin](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/cumin/) B Limited clinical evidence Cuminum cyminum An essential spice for meatballs and pulses. Small clinical studies saw mild benefit for bloating, IBS symptoms and weight control. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Metabolism, Weight & Blood Sugar](https://herbadex.com/en/for/metabolism/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Anise](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/anise/) T Traditional use Pimpinella anisum Aniseed tea is traditionally used for mild digestive complaints such as bloating and wind, and for cough that comes with a cold. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Respiratory, Throat & Mouth](https://herbadex.com/en/for/respiratory/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Fennel](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/fennel/) T Traditional use Foeniculum vulgare Fennel seed tea is traditionally used for bloating and wind, for mild period cramps and for cough that comes with a cold. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Women’s Health](https://herbadex.com/en/for/womens-health/) +1 [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Fenugreek](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/fenugreek/) T Traditional use Trigonella foenum-graecum Fenugreek seed is traditionally used before meals for temporary loss of appetite and as a poultice for minor skin inflammation. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Skin & Hair](https://herbadex.com/en/for/skin-hair/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Milk Thistle](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/milk-thistle/) T Traditional use Silybum marianum Milk thistle fruit is traditionally used to support liver function, after a doctor has ruled out serious disease, and for indigestion. [Liver, Kidney & Urinary](https://herbadex.com/en/for/liver-kidney/) [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Pumpkin Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/pumpkin-seed/) T Traditional use Cucurbita pepo Pumpkin seed is traditionally used for urinary symptoms of benign prostate enlargement or overactive bladder, after a doctor rules out serious disease. [Men’s Health](https://herbadex.com/en/for/mens-health/) [Liver, Kidney & Urinary](https://herbadex.com/en/for/liver-kidney/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Coriander](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/coriander/) T Traditional use Coriandrum sativum A spice used both as seed and leaf. The seed is traditionally used for indigestion, wind and bloating; blood sugar effects are seen only in animals. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Metabolism, Weight & Blood Sugar](https://herbadex.com/en/for/metabolism/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Okra Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/okra-seed/) C Laboratory / animal evidence Abelmoschus esculentus A nourishing seed with fibre, protein and mucilage. There is no scientific evidence for its popular use for knee pain or joint fluid. [General Nutrition](https://herbadex.com/en/for/general-nutrition/) [Metabolism, Weight & Blood Sugar](https://herbadex.com/en/for/metabolism/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Sesame](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/sesame/) B Limited clinical evidence Sesamum indicum The seed behind tahini and simit. It contains healthy fats, protein and lignans; small studies saw modest falls in cholesterol and blood pressure. [General Nutrition](https://herbadex.com/en/for/general-nutrition/) [Heart & Circulation](https://herbadex.com/en/for/heart-circulation/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Mustard Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/mustard-seed/) T Traditional use Brassica spp. / Sinapis alba A seed used as a spice and condiment. Crushed into a poultice, its warming effect is traditionally used for muscle and joint pain and chest colds. [Joints, Bones & Pain](https://herbadex.com/en/for/joints-pain/) [Respiratory, Throat & Mouth](https://herbadex.com/en/for/respiratory/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Buckthorn Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/buckthorn-seed/) T Traditional use Rhamnus cathartica Anthraquinone-containing fruits with a very strong laxative effect. Used only short term and at low doses for occasional constipation. [Digestion](https://herbadex.com/en/for/digestion/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) ### [Poppy Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/poppy-seed/) C Laboratory / animal evidence Papaver somniferum Poppy seed is a nourishing seed with calcium, magnesium and healthy fats. There is no evidence for its use for sleep or calming. [General Nutrition](https://herbadex.com/en/for/general-nutrition/) [Seed](https://herbadex.com/en/form/seed/) This page is for information only and is not medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant, or have a health condition, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before use.