From the Research
Fenugreek may have a modest effect on increasing testosterone levels, particularly saliva testosterone concentration, as evidenced by a recent study published in 2024 1. The most recent and highest quality study, published in 2024, found that fenugreek extract increased plasma total testosterone and free testosterone index (FTI) compared to baseline, but not compared to placebo, except for a significant increase in FTI with the 1800 mg dose 1. Key findings from this study include:
- Plasma total testosterone and FTI increased after any dose of fenugreek extract vs. baseline
- Saliva testosterone concentration increased after any dose of fenugreek extract vs. baseline and vs. placebo
- 1800 mg fenugreek extract resulted in a significant increase in FTI and saliva testosterone concentration It's essential to note that while fenugreek may have some benefits, the evidence is not strong enough to recommend it as a primary treatment for low testosterone levels. Instead, medical treatments supervised by healthcare providers, such as testosterone replacement therapy, are more reliable for clinically low testosterone 2. Additionally, lifestyle factors like adequate sleep, strength training, maintaining healthy body weight, and proper nutrition have stronger evidence for supporting healthy testosterone levels. If considering fenugreek for testosterone support, a typical dose would be 500-600mg daily of standardized extract, but it's crucial to have realistic expectations about its effectiveness.