The overall rating for fenugreek is 1.6 out of 3 meaning there is some evidence that this supplement does some (not all) of what it claims. Using this supplement may lead to some improvements.

Table of Contents

  1. Articles
  2. Simple Report
  3. Detailed Report
  4. Overall Effectiveness Rating
  5. Research Rating
  6. Products Containing Fenugreek
  7. Claim Ratings
  8. References

Articles

Fenugreek Simple Report

  • Supplement: Fenugreek
  • Supplement Category: plant and food extracts
  • Number of Products Containing Fenugreek: 202
  • Effectiveness Rating: 1.6 out of 3
  • Research Rating: 20 (above 80 indicates sufficient research)
  • Number of Studies: 2
  • Number of Claims: 5

Fenugreek Detailed Report

Overall Effectiveness Rating

The overall effectiveness rating for fenugreek is 1.6 out of 3. This rating means the evidence is mixed on the supplement's ability to deliver positive results. While some of the research supports its use, other evidence does not. Using this supplement may lead to positive results. Note, this effectiveness rating is for fenugreek as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Research Rating for Fenugreek

There are 2 studies in the database on fenugreek; the research rating is 20. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating. Note, this research rating is for fenugreek as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Products Containing Fenugreek

Products Names Amount of Fenugreek
Thunderstruck 500mg
Test One Amount not listed.
Super Test Capsules 300mg
Testofierce 300mg
Mega Test 250mg
Full list of all 202 products containing Fenugreek.

Claim Ratings

The overall ratings above are an average of the individual claim ratings below. Individual claims may have higher or lower ratings compared to the supplement's overall rating. For example, some supplements may have excellent backing for one claim, but be completely useless for another. Click on a claim below for more information.

Body Composition (weight, muscle, body fat) Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
decrease body fat

Performance Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
improve muscular endurance
increase strength

Hormone Function Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
increase testosterone

References

Title of Study
Fenugreek Extract Supplementation Has No Effect On The Hormonal Profile Of Resistance-trained Males
The effects of a commercially available botanical supplement on strength, body composition, power output, and hormonal profiles in resistance-trained males