Role of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum) on in management of diabetes disease

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is one of the major metabolic disorders, afflicting a large proportion of the population all over the world. It is recognized for sever complications, which include diabetic nephropathy, neuropathy and retinopathy. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum) is one of the most common medicinal plants used for diabetes, and also it is a key ingredient of curries and other Indian recipes. The plant contains active components such as alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, saponins etc, and also it is rich in soluble fiber, which helps lower blood sugar by hindering assimilation and retention of carbohydrates. Many trials showed that fenugreek can improve most metabolic symptoms related with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes in humans by bringing down blood glucose levels and improving glucose tolerance.