ABSTRACT
Women need specialized options for the management of women-related conditions, because of the physiological differences during the life cycle changes. The seeds and leaves of fenugreek are being used as traditional medicine sources in many countries worldwide. The present chapter reviewed available published traditional and modern scientific evidence on fenugreek or its constituent in the management of the female-specific disorder. The chapter covers the present evidence of efficacy and safety of fenugreek in animal and human clinical studies in female-specific conditions for use as a galactagogue, lactational aid in breastfeeding mothers, a libido enhancer, a management option for polycystic ovary syndrome, post-menopausal problems (dysmenorrhea, cognitive decline, and osteoporosis) and cancers.
