Fenugreek comes from the dried seeds of the plant, and has a scent and taste similar to maple syrup. It is used in Middle Eastern, African, and Indian cuisine, and in traditional medicine such as Ayurveda to treat inflammation, diabetes, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Research on this botanical is limited. Small studies in humans suggest fenugreek may help reduce blood fats and sugars, or relieve menopause symptoms, but larger-well designed studies are needed.

In vitro, fenugreek acted as an estrogen receptor modulator and stimulated breast cancer cells. Therefore, patients with hormone-sensitive cancers should consult their physician before using this product in amounts greater than typically found in food.

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To treat diabetes
Small studies suggest that fenugreek can lower blood glucose levels when taken with meals. However, more research is needed.

As a laxative
Although fenugreek seeds contain high levels of fiber, clinical data are lacking.

To treat disorders of the digestive tract
Evidence is lacking to support this claim.

To lower high cholesterol
A few trials support this use, but additional studies are needed.

To fight infections
Lab studies suggest fenugreek has antibacterial properties, but this has not been studied in humans.

To reduce inflammation
Evidence is lacking to support this claim.

As a lactation stimulant
Although fenugreek is used in folk medicine to stimulate lactation, evidence is lacking to support this claim and side effects have been reported.

For wound healing
Evidence is lacking to support this claim

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