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3Medicinal

Fenugreek

Also sold as Trigonella, methi

Traditional for glucose and lactation; can lower blood sugar additively.

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Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.

How long to take it

Course-based. Reassess after eight to twelve weeks.

Who it's actually for

Glucose support and breastfeeding supply, with medical guidance.

Safe upper limit

Unverified
No formal limit; 5–10 g seed powder daily in trials
Mild anticoagulant effect at higher doses. Causes a distinctive maple-syrup body odour.
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Interactions to know about

  • Diabetes medicationMetformin, insulin, gliclazide, SGLT2 inhibitors
  • Blood thinners / antiplateletsWarfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, clopidogrel, aspirin

Other supplements:

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Practical notes

  • Avoid in pregnancy — it can stimulate uterine contractions.
  • Related to peanuts and chickpeas; caution with those allergies.