Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a member of the Fabaceae (pea) family, a medicinal herb with a wide range of clinical, culinary, and cosmetic applications. Also known as Greek clover, alhova, mehi, medhika, and hu la ba, the leaves of the annual, yellow-flowered fenugreek plant are reminiscent of clovers; Trigonella is derived from the ancient Greek word for “three-angled.” Its seeds taste bitter and are known for use in cooking and medicine, particularly traditional Ayurvedic medicine, traditional Arabian, Greek, and Indian medicine, and traditional Chinese medicine. Fenugreek extracts are also common ingredients in soaps and cosmetics.1

Join Angela Hywood, BSc, ND, in this Masterclass about fertility, infertility, and vitality. Angela will review common contributing factors to infertility, which impact approximately 1 in 8 couples in the U.S. She will also describe botanical strategies to support your patients. Don’t miss out on this great addition to our Masterclass series.

Females require a significantly higher intake of iron than males, mostly to make up for the amount that is lost during menstruation. Female athletes are particularly at risk for iron deficiency, particularly those who are energy restricting or following specialty diets.