Gymnema vs Fenugreek

Gymnema is a woody climbing vine native to India and Africa, known in Ayurveda as "gurmar" meaning "sugar destroyer." When chewed, its leaves temporarily block the ability to taste sweetness. It has been used for over 2,000 years for diabetes management and modern research confirms its blood sugar-lowering effects.

Fenugreek is an annual leguminous plant used in traditional medicine across India, the Middle East, and North Africa. Its seeds are particularly valued for blood sugar regulation, digestive support, and lactation promotion. It contains a unique amino acid, 4-hydroxyisoleucine, that has direct insulin-sensitizing effects.

Gymnemic acids, Gymnemasaponins, Gurmarin, Stigmasterol, Betaine

4-Hydroxyisoleucine, Diosgenin, Galactomannan fiber, Trigonelline, Saponins

Diabetes treatment, Sugar craving reducer, Weight management, Digestive aid, Anti-inflammatory

Digestive aid, Lactation promoter, Blood sugar regulator, Anti-inflammatory, Aphrodisiac

Type 2 diabetes support, Sugar craving reduction, Metabolic syndrome, Weight management, Pancreatic beta cell regeneration support

Type 2 diabetes support, Lactation enhancement, Testosterone support, Cholesterol reduction, Appetite control

200-400mg standardized extract (25% gymnemic acids) 2 times daily before meals

500-1000mg seed extract daily, or 5-30g seed powder with meals

Concurrent diabetes medications (risk of hypoglycemia), Concurrent insulin, Scheduled surgery

Peanut or chickpea allergy (cross-reactivity), Hormone-sensitive conditions, Concurrent diabetes medications

Hypoglycemia (with diabetes medications), GI upset, Headache, Nausea, Altered taste

GI upset, Diarrhea, Maple syrup body odor, Bloating, Uterine stimulation (high doses)