Effectiveness of Fenugreek Seeds against Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Fenugreek Seeds in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Umrah Zafar; Umar Ali  Amjad; Bareera Ghaffar; Arooj Fatima; Umm-e Habiba; Rubia Malik; Shahmeer Mustafa; Naveed Sattar; Tasawar Abbas; Raheel Ashraf

doi:10.54393/df.v5i04.143

Authors

Umrah Zafar Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Umar Ali Amjad Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, National Institute of Food Science and Technology, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Bareera Ghaffar Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Arooj Fatima Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Umm-e Habiba Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Rubia Malik Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Shahmeer Mustafa Department of Food Science and Technology, Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Naveed Sattar Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan
Tasawar Abbas Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Route to Health, Multan, Pakistan
Raheel Ashraf Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Route to Health, Multan, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/df.v5i04.143

Keywords:

Fenugreek Seeds, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Insulin Resistance, Phytotherapy

Abstract

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal issues which predominantly affects women among reproductive years and can lead to irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, miscarriages, and excessive facial hairs. Infertility, obesity, lipid metabolism disorders, and insulin resistance are at the root of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It is diagnosed with ultrasound and blood hormonal tests. Phytomedicines have been used in ancient times and recent research has approved potential benefits to advance disease treatment. Asia, Europe, and the Mediterranean region are home to fenugreek. Fenugreek may regulate estrogen and testosterone levels, which is effective against Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. In women with polycystic ovary syndrome, fenugreek improved body weight, number of ovarian cysts, ovary size, irregular hair growth, and monthly regularity. Sonographic results and menstrual cycle are improved in polycystic Ovarian Syndrome women receiving adjuvant therapy to the fenugreek seed extract. The effectiveness of a standardized Trigonella foenum- graecum extract (Furocyst®) as a phytotherapeutic agent for the efficient management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome has been reported in literature [1]. Fenugreek seeds act as functional food that can give various health related benefits beyond basic nutrition. This review aimed to highlight the therapeutic effects of fenugreek seeds in the management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

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