Fenugreek & PE: Cheap Edge, Solid Payoff
- Coach Xavi
- Sep 23
- 3 min read
By Coach Xavi
I somehow skipped this one in earlier lessons, which is funny because fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a classic in our world. It’s an herbal supplement, nothing pharmaceutical, and we mainly use seed extracts. If you’re into penis training, recovery, or just want better libido/erection quality without doing anything reckless, fenugreek belongs in your vocabulary.
Why PE folks even care
Fenugreek brings two things I like: hormone support and metabolic support. Translation: a nudge to testosterone availability and a steadier blood-sugar picture that seems to make both testosterone and HGH “work” better, useful for libido, erection quality, and recovery/new tissue formation after sessions. It’s not magic. It is, however, consistent.
What’s inside that matters to us
Alongside vitamins A, B, C and minerals like zinc and magnesium (handy for testosterone production), fenugreek contains:
Steroidal saponins (you’ll see “fenusides” listed on labels)
Flavonoids and plant sterols
In practice, users often report:
A modest boost in libido
Fuller erections
Better session recovery (likely via that HGH/blood-sugar synergy)
Two mechanisms worth knowing:
It may reduce SHBG binding, freeing up more usable testosterone.
It may have mild anti-aromatase action (less conversion of testosterone to estrogen). Emphasis on may, don’t treat it like a drug.
The “extra” benefits people forget
Traditional uses include cholesterol/glycemia regulation, liver support, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects (notably gut and lungs). There’s also a quirky bit: fenugreek can increase oxytocin, which in some animals leads to hyperspermia (lots of semen). On humans, think “good news for volume,” not “prepare a fire hose.”
Fenugreek Side effects & watch-outs (read this)
Most common: GI upset (bloating, soft stools, diarrhea) if your stomach is sensitive.
The big one for us: prolactin. Fenugreek can raise it (it’s used in women to stimulate milk production). In men, high prolactin can blunt libido and erections. Often testosterone support balances this out, but bodies differ.
My advice: If you’re going to run fenugreek seriously, get a basic hormone panel before/after (at least prolactin, total/free T, maybe SHBG). If libido dips or erections get sluggish, stop and check prolactin.
Interactions (don’t play hero here):
Can increase the effect of hypoglycemics (blood-sugar drugs). If you’re on any, talk to your clinician first.
Can increase the effect of anticoagulants (bleeding/bruising risk). If you’re on blood thinners, skip fenugreek.
May reduce absorption of some oral meds/supplements. If in doubt, separate dosing by a few hours.
How to take it (the way I coach it)
Dose: 500–600 mg/day, split morning and pre-bed to line up with natural testosterone rhythms.
Form: Look for extracts standardized to ~50% fenusides. A common branded option is Testofen® (you’ll find it inside many labels). Quality and standardization beat “mystery powder.”
Timeline: Give it 3–4 weeks before judging. You’re looking for steadier drive, better erection quality, and smoother recovery, subtle, not explosive.
Who should probably skip it
Anyone with hormone-sensitive conditions or known high prolactin
People on anticoagulants or blood-sugar medications (unless your clinician okays and monitors it)
If you’re prone to strong GI reactions, start ultra-low or pass
The Play I Run
Fenugreek is not a miracle. It’s a useful nudge: a bit more free T, steadier glycemia, better session recovery, sometimes more semen. Respect the prolactin caveat, mind the drug interactions, and run it like an adult, measured dose, standardized extract, labs if you’re serious.
If it clicks for you, great, you’ve added a cheap, simple ally. If it doesn’t, you learned fast and moved on without wrecking your hormones. That’s a win, too.
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