Fenugreek for Testosterone Support
Legume seed containing furostanolic saponins studied for modest increases in free testosterone and libido in men; used traditionally to support lactation and post-meal blood glucose control.
Fenugreek for Testosterone Support
4 of 4 results reported a benefit, from 1 published study.
1 randomised trial, 80 people · the chart counts everything measured
- 4 reported a benefit
Colour keyReported a benefitNo clear benefitUnclearPossible harmAmber is for highlights, such as where the most research is. It never means a result was good.
- Free testosteroneReported a benefitmeasurement not reportedFree testosterone significantly increased with fenugreek (Libifem) compared with placebo over 8 weeks.1 randomised trial2015 study ↗
Also measured in these studies (2)
These were measured alongside, but they are not what this condition is about.
- Sexual arousalReported a benefitmeasurement not reportedSexual arousal significantly increased with fenugreek (Libifem) compared with placebo over 8 weeks.1 randomised trial2015 study ↗
- Sexual desireReported a benefitmeasurement not reportedSexual desire significantly increased with fenugreek (Libifem) compared with placebo over 8 weeks.1 randomised trial2015 study ↗
1 laboratory marker also measured
- Oestradiol (oestrogen) level · lab markerReported a benefitmeasurement not reportedEstradiol levels significantly increased with fenugreek (Libifem) compared with placebo over 8 weeks.1 randomised trial2015 study ↗
These are the figures the studies reported, not a prediction for any one person. Where several studies measured the same thing in the same unit, we show a simple average and say so. Every result is listed below.
See every resultThe connection
Low testosterone symptoms — low libido, fatigue, muscle loss, mood changes.
Also known as: Trigonella foenum-graecum
Fenugreek × Testosterone Support: at a glance
Every published result for this pair, extracted and audited.
These charts count reported findings from published studies, grouped by reported benefit and study design. Study design is not a certainty grade.
Fenugreek / Testosterone Support: reported findings; one study may contribute several findings.
What the evidence shows
What this means: Counts describe research quantity, not treatment effectiveness or certainty.
| Category | Findings (count) |
|---|---|
| Benefit | 4 |
Study designs behind these findings
What this means: Counts describe research quantity, not treatment effectiveness or certainty.
| Category | Findings (count) |
|---|---|
| Randomised trial | 4 |
- Studies
- 1
| Study | Outcome | Reported result | Uncertainty (as reported) | Study duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Influence of a Specialized Trigonella foenum-graecum Seed Extract (Libifem), on Testosterone, Estradiol and Sexual Function in Healthy Menstruating Women, a Randomised Placebo Controlled Study. (PMID 25914334) | Estradiol (E2) | Not reported | Not reported | 8 weeks |
| Influence of a Specialized Trigonella foenum-graecum Seed Extract (Libifem), on Testosterone, Estradiol and Sexual Function in Healthy Menstruating Women, a Randomised Placebo Controlled Study. (PMID 25914334) | Free testosterone | Not reported | Not reported | 8 weeks |
| Influence of a Specialized Trigonella foenum-graecum Seed Extract (Libifem), on Testosterone, Estradiol and Sexual Function in Healthy Menstruating Women, a Randomised Placebo Controlled Study. (PMID 25914334) | Sexual arousal | Not reported | Not reported | 8 weeks |
| Influence of a Specialized Trigonella foenum-graecum Seed Extract (Libifem), on Testosterone, Estradiol and Sexual Function in Healthy Menstruating Women, a Randomised Placebo Controlled Study. (PMID 25914334) | Sexual desire | Not reported | Not reported | 8 weeks |
Study results, as reported by the publications
Every measured outcome, one row per finding - numbers exactly as reported. Units are preserved where supplied; missing units are not inferred.
| Study and type | Reported sample and duration | Outcome measured | Reported result | What studies found |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PMID 25914334 2015 Randomised trial | Sample (as reported): 80Duration: 8 weeks | Estradiol (E2) | Not reported | Benefit |
| PMID 25914334 2015 Randomised trial | Sample (as reported): 80Duration: 8 weeks | Free testosterone | Not reported | Benefit |
| PMID 25914334 2015 Randomised trial | Sample (as reported): 80Duration: 8 weeks | Sexual arousal | Not reported | Benefit |
| PMID 25914334 2015 Randomised trial | Sample (as reported): 80Duration: 8 weeks | Sexual desire | Not reported | Benefit |
Fenugreek × Testosterone Support: the evidence base
Hand-selected PubMed studies, linked to the originals.
Ordered by strength of evidence, then result direction.
01Do "testosterone boosters" really increase serum total testosterone? A systematic reviewMorgado A, et al. · International journal of impotence research · 2024PMID 37697053 ↗02Effect of Fenugreek on Hyperglycemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisShabil M, et al. · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2023PMID 36837450 ↗03Effect of saffron and fenugreek on lowering blood glucose: A systematic review with meta-analysisCorreia AGDS, et al. · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2023PMID 36992660 ↗04Comparative effectiveness of six herbs in the management of glycemic status of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trialsKumar S, et al. · Diabetes & metabolic syndrome · 2023PMID 37451111 ↗05The Effect of Fenugreek in Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled TrialsKim J, et al. · International journal of molecular sciences · 2023PMID 37762302 ↗06Examining the Effects of Herbs on Testosterone Concentrations in Men: A Systematic ReviewSmith SJ, et al. · Advances in nutrition (Bethesda, Md.) · 2021PMID 33150931 ↗Community experiences
Contributors volunteered; this does not establish treatment effectiveness or population incidence.
Reported changes
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