Fenugreek Extract Powder
Fenugreek Extract Powder is a powdered extract derived from the seeds of fenugreek. It contains a large amount of highly active steroid saponins. Due to its potential health benefits such as regulating blood sugar, antioxidation, and nerve protection, it is commonly used in sports nutrition products, male health products, and functional food and beverage industries.
TYPE: Herbal Extract、Nutritional Supplements
BRAND: ZNCBIO
MOQ: 25KG
CAS No.: 84625-40-1
What is Fenugreek Extract Powder?
Fenugreek Extract Powder is a powdered extract derived from the seeds of fenugreek. It contains a large amount of highly active steroid saponins. Due to its potential health benefits such as regulating blood sugar, antioxidation, and nerve protection, it is commonly used in sports nutrition products, male health products, and functional food and beverage industries.
Compared with the raw fenugreek seeds, the concentrated Fenugreek Extract Powder has more obvious effects on maintaining human health, higher medical value, and significant functions in balancing hormones, providing nutritional supplements to maintain human body functions, and improving digestive health.
Basic Information
- Appearance：Greenish Powder
- Color：Greenish
- Particle Size：100% through 40 mesh
- Loss on Drying：5% maximum
- Solubility in Water：Sparingly soluble (1gm in 100ml)
- Bulk Density (Tapped, g/cc)：0.45 g/cc minimum
- Assay Of FenusideTM by HPLC：Between 50-75%
The main components of Fenugreek Extract
1.diosgenin (CAS No. 512-04-9)
As the most important component in Fenugreek Extract Powder, diosgenin is usually a white to light yellow powder, and it has positive effects on reducing cholesterol and alleviating inflammatory symptoms.
2. trigonelline (CAS No. 535-83-1)
Trigonelline is a water-soluble compound. Its physical form is a white to light yellow powder, and it is generally believed to have potential beneficial effects on lowering blood sugar and protecting nerves.
3. 4-Hydroxyisoleucine (CAS No. 781658-23-9)
4-Hydroxyisoleucine is a water-soluble white crystalline powder. It is currently widely recognized for its role in enhancing insulin secretion and maintaining metabolic balance.
4. galactomannan (CAS No. 9000-30-0)
Galactomannan, as a type of polysaccharide fiber, has a physical form of a white, light yellow powder with high viscosity and strong water solubility. It has potential effects on maintaining a balanced digestive system and is also a common food thickener that is widely used.
Health Benefits of Fenugreek Extract
1.Regulating blood sugar to assist in the treatment of diabetes
The 4-hydroxyisoleucine component in Fenugreek Extract Powder can effectively control blood sugar levels and enhance insulin sensitivity, which is beneficial for the treatment of diabetes.
2. Enhancing testosterone levels is beneficial for male reproductive health
Fenugreek Extract Powder can significantly increase male testosterone levels. According to relevant studies, after adult men take Fenugreek Extract for 8 to 12 weeks, their testosterone levels will increase by 20%, and their sexual function will also improve.
3. Reducing cholesterol and lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases
Fenugreek Extract Powder contains a large amount of diosgenin, which can effectively reduce cholesterol levels and is helpful for maintaining lipid health. Studies have shown that regular consumption of Fenugreek Extract can reduce total cholesterol levels by approximately 18% within 6-8 weeks, significantly reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
4. Maintaining digestive health and protecting the gastrointestinal tract
Fenugreek Extract Powder is rich in galactomannan, a viscous compound that, due to its high fiber content, can form a protective barrier in the gastrointestinal tract, beneficial for the growth of intestinal bacteria, reducing the effect of digestive tract inflammation, and having a healing effect on mild gastric ulcers.
Applications of Fenugreek Extract
1.Nutritional supplements and health products
Fenugreek Extract is commonly used in dietary supplements. It can regulate blood sugar levels in the human body, maintain hormone balance, and promote digestive health.
2. Cosmetics and Care
Fenugreek Extract typically has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which can soothe the skin, delay aging, and is often used in cosmetics, skin care products, and personal care products.
3. Male Health Field
Because it can promote the increase of testosterone levels and enhance sexual desire and sexual ability, Fenugreek Extract is mostly used in male reproductive health fields.