September 2023 PMID 37253363

The Anabolic Effect of Fenugreek: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis.

Eduard Isenmann, Pijus Alisauskas, Ulrich Flenker, Jan Schalla, Patrick Diel

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The discussions mostly express support for the study's findings, with phrases like 'performance-enhancing effects' and 'meta-analysis shows,' indicating a positive reception; words such as 'easy to find' and references to specific outcomes suggest moderate interest and engagement, emphasizing the perceived importance of fenugreek's benefits for male athletes.

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Abstract in brief

The systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of fenugreek, a plant steroid source rich in diosgenin, on athletic performance, body composition, and hormone levels, specifically in trained athletes.
The findings indicated that fenugreek had a small but significant positive impact on total and free testosterone levels, lean body mass, fat mass, and leg press performance in male athletes, with no clear evidence for females.
Overall, the study suggests that chronic fenugreek use can enhance performance and anabolic effects in male athletes, but further research is needed to understand its impact on females.

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Fenugreek's Anabolic Benefits for Male Athletes Explained

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@RedPillVegan This one was easy enough to find "The meta-analysis shows that chronic application of fenugreek has performance-enhancing and anabolic effects in male athletes" https://t.co/e9SNoisEYU

Jan 21, 2024 · 1 like · 18 followers View post →

frank

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RT @mike_lustgarten: The Anabolic Effect of Fenugreek: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis https://t.co/8waUcNJ1RX

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Mike Lustgarten, PhD

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Jan 19, 2024 · 14 likes · 1 share · 9,728 followers View post →

SAM

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RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: supplementation with fenugreek

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Tony Boutagy, PhD

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Sep 18, 2023 · 1 like · 1,303 followers View post →

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RT @DanielBerglind: Meta-analysis: supplementation with fenugreek

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شملی https://t.co/MNM58YTAJH

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Daniel Berglind, PhD

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Meta-analysis: supplementation with fenugreek

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Juhana Harju

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RT @DrPalmquist: The Anabolic Effect of Fenugreek: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis https://t.co/YXmsUFjc6P

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International Journal of Sports Medicine

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