Fenugreek
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a plant of the legume family whose seeds are used as a spice. It is mostly studied for blood sugar and milk supply.
Also listed as Trigonella foecum-graecum, fenugreek seeds, Fenugreek Seed Powder, Fenugreek Powder
Digestive symptoms and low blood sugar
Fenugreek can cause diarrhea, nausea and serious allergic reactions; large doses can lower blood sugar dangerously. Amounts above normal food use are unsafe in pregnancy. 1
Diabetes medicines, allergies and breastfeeding
EMA calls for close glucose monitoring in people treated for diabetes and advises against fenugreek medicines in pregnancy, breastfeeding, under age 18, or with peanut, soy or related legume allergies. LactMed also flags a possible bleeding interaction with warfarin. 2 3
For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.