Side effects and watch-outs
- Maple syrup body odour (characteristic fenugreek side effect)
- GI distress
- Hypoglycaemia risk with diabetes medications
- ⚠️ Avoid in pregnancy (uterotonic at high doses)
- Generally well tolerated
Supplement / Testosterone Support
Fenugreek Extract (Testofen)
Seed extract standardised for fenugreek saponins. Reduces SHBG, increasing free testosterone. Also has insulin sensitising properties. Clinical evidence for free testosterone elevation.
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