Fenugreek
Research reviewed: Up until 03/2026
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a dietary supplement with 11 published peer-reviewed studies involving 780 participants, researched for Blood Sugar Control, Testosterone Support, Lipid Management.
Evidence at a Glance
Strength is scored by study design, sample size, study type, and outcomes
Blood Sugar Control
StrongTestosterone Support
StrongLipid Management
ModerateResearch Visualised
Visual breakdown of the clinical data.
Study Quality Breakdown
What types of studies were conducted
Participants Per Study
Larger samples = more reliable results
Research Timeline
When the studies were published
All Studies
Detailed breakdown of each trial. Click to expand.
Blood Sugar Control
To meta-analyze fenugreek effects on glycaemia in clinical trials
Study Type
Meta-analysis of RCTs
Purpose
To meta-analyze fenugreek effects on glycaemia in clinical trials
Dose
Various
Participants
Multiple RCTs (6 trials pooled)
Duration
Various
Results
Clinical trials support beneficial effects of fenugreek seeds on glycaemic control in persons with diabetes. Significant reduction in fasting glucose and HbA1c. PMID: 24438170
How They Measured It
Fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, postprandial glucose
To evaluate fenugreek seeds on blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To evaluate fenugreek seeds on blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
Dose
10 g/day defatted fenugreek seed powder
Participants
25 type 2 diabetic patients
Duration
8 weeks
Results
Fenugreek significantly reduced fasting blood glucose by 15% and HbA1c and improved overall glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes. PMID: 2194788
How They Measured It
Fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, insulin sensitivity
To assess fenugreek on glycaemic control in type 1 diabetes
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To assess fenugreek on glycaemic control in type 1 diabetes
Dose
100 g/day seed powder
Participants
10 insulin-dependent diabetic patients
Duration
10 days
Results
Fenugreek significantly reduced fasting blood glucose by 30%, urinary glucose by 54%, and improved glucose tolerance in type 1 diabetes. PMID: 2196868
How They Measured It
Fasting and postprandial glucose, 24-hour urinary glucose, insulin requirements
To evaluate fenugreek on insulin sensitivity and postprandial glucose
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To evaluate fenugreek on insulin sensitivity and postprandial glucose
Dose
15 g seed powder with meals
Participants
60 patients with metabolic syndrome
Duration
3 months
Results
Fenugreek significantly improved insulin sensitivity and reduced postprandial glucose peaks. Lipid profile improvements also observed.
How They Measured It
OGTT, insulin sensitivity index, lipids
Testosterone Support
To assess fenugreek extract on testosterone and libido in ageing men
Study Type
Randomised double-blind placebo-controlled
Purpose
To assess fenugreek extract on testosterone and libido in ageing men
Dose
TrigozimR extract
Participants
80 aging men with low testosterone
Duration
12 weeks
Results
Fenugreek extract significantly increased plasma and salivary testosterone and improved libido and sexual function compared to placebo. PMCID: PMC11407615
How They Measured It
Serum testosterone, salivary testosterone, sexual function, libido
To meta-analyze fenugreek extract effects on testosterone in males
Study Type
Meta-analysis
Purpose
To meta-analyze fenugreek extract effects on testosterone in males
Dose
Various
Participants
Multiple RCTs
Duration
Various
Results
Fenugreek extract demonstrated significant androgenic and anabolic effects, significantly increasing total testosterone in meta-analysis. PMID: 32048383
How They Measured It
Total testosterone, free testosterone, pooled analysis
To evaluate mixed fenugreek extract on testosterone deficiency syndrome
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To evaluate mixed fenugreek extract on testosterone deficiency syndrome
Dose
Trigonella + Lespedeza mixed extract
Participants
40 men with testosterone deficiency syndrome
Duration
12 weeks
Results
Mixed extract including fenugreek significantly improved testosterone levels, androgen deficiency symptoms, and sexual function. PMCID: PMC6119847
How They Measured It
Total testosterone, androgen deficiency symptoms, ADAM questionnaire
Lipid Management
To assess fenugreek seeds on lipid profile in hyperlipidaemia
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To assess fenugreek seeds on lipid profile in hyperlipidaemia
Dose
25 g/day seed powder
Participants
60 hyperlipidaemic patients
Duration
8 weeks
Results
Fenugreek significantly reduced total cholesterol (14%), LDL-C (16%), and triglycerides while maintaining HDL-C in hyperlipidaemic patients.
How They Measured It
Total cholesterol, LDL-C, HDL-C, triglycerides
To assess fenugreek on lipids and body composition in overweight adults
Study Type
Randomised controlled trial
Purpose
To assess fenugreek on lipids and body composition in overweight adults
Dose
500 mg/day fenugreek extract
Participants
40 overweight adults
Duration
12 weeks
Results
Fenugreek supplementation significantly reduced BMI, waist circumference, and triglycerides in overweight adults.
How They Measured It
BMI, waist circumference, lipids
To investigate fenugreek mechanisms on cholesterol metabolism
Study Type
Animal study
Purpose
To investigate fenugreek mechanisms on cholesterol metabolism
Dose
5% dietary fenugreek seeds
Participants
Rats
Duration
4 weeks
Results
Fenugreek significantly inhibited HMG-CoA reductase and increased bile acid excretion, explaining cholesterol-lowering effect. Saponin fraction confirmed as active component.
How They Measured It
Hepatic cholesterol synthesis enzymes, bile acid excretion
To review fenugreek as natural therapeutic agent in T2DM, PCOS, and testosterone deficiency
Study Type
Review
Purpose
To review fenugreek as natural therapeutic agent in T2DM, PCOS, and testosterone deficiency
Dose
Various
Participants
Multiple clinical studies reviewed
Duration
Various
Results
Fenugreek demonstrated consistent efficacy across three therapeutic domains: glucose metabolism modulation, lipid improvement, and androgenic hormone support. Mechanism through 4-hydroxyisoleucine and saponins. PMID: 39668050
How They Measured It
Consolidated clinical review
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fenugreek research
There are currently 11 peer-reviewed studies on Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum), involving 780 total participants. Research covers Blood sugar control, Testosterone support, Lipid management. The overall evidence strength is rated as Very Strong.
The evidence is currently rated as "Very Strong Evidence". This rating is based on study design quality (randomisation, blinding, placebo controls), sample sizes, study types (10 human studies, 1 animal study), and reported outcomes.
Fenugreek has been researched for: Blood sugar control, Testosterone support, Lipid management. Each area has its own body of evidence which you can explore in the study breakdowns above.
Yes, 10 out of 11 studies are human trials. The remaining 1 is an animal study. Human trials carry more weight in our evidence scoring system.
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