Evaluation of Fenugreek (<i>Trigonella foenum-graceum</i> L.), Effects Seeds Extract on Insulin Resistance in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Abstract

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is associated with insulin resistance, obesity and disorders of lipid metabolism as well as infertility. Fenugreek seeds extract is successfully used in lowering blood glucose. Metformin has also the same effect but in a different way. The aim of this study was the assessment of fenugreek effects on insulin resistance in women with PCOS.