Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1
Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1 is a concentrated extract of fenugreek seeds, where four pounds of seeds are used to make one pound of extract. Fenugreek is a spice and food grain that has traditional medicinal use in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Egypt, Southern Europe, India, Asia, and North Africa.
Here are some benefits of Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1:
- Weight loss: Early research shows that a fenugreek seed extract can reduce daily fat intake in overweight men when taken by mouth at a dose of.
- Lowering cholesterol: Studies have demonstrated the cholesterol-lowering activity of fenugreek in animals, including rats and dogs. Reductions of serum cholesterol from baseline were reported in all the trials identified.
- Promoting lean body mass: Recent studies on fenugreek seeds extracts support their effectiveness in promoting lean body mass.
There are several case studies regarding the benefits of Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1. For example, a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that an ethyl acetate extract of fenugreek seeds had lipid-lowering and antioxidant effects in high-cholesterol-fed rats. Another study published in Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry found that fenugreek seed extract reduced body weight gain and improved glucose tolerance in obese mice fed a high-fat diet. A randomized placebo-controlled double-blind clinical trial published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine found that fenugreek seed extract improved psychological well-being and physical health in men.
The recommended dosage for Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1 varies depending on the intended use. For example, studies in patients with type 2 diabetes and hypercholesterolemia have used 5 g/day of seeds or 1 g/day of a hydroalcoholic extract of fenugreek.
There are potential side effects associated with Fenugreek Seed P.E. 4:1. It is possibly safe when the powdered seed is taken for up to 3 years. Side effects may include diarrhea, stomach upset, bloating, and gas. It may also cause a reduction in blood sugar levels and potassium levels.
Sources:
- https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-733/fenugreek
- https://www.rxlist.com/fenugreek/supplements.htm
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6191980/
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/benefits-of-fenugreek-88686
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095254615000216
- https://www.drugs.com/npp/fenugreek.html