The Investigational Agent Trigonella Foenum Graecum, commonly known as Fenugreek, is a plant that has been extensively used as a source of antidiabetic compounds, from its seeds, leaves and extracts in different model systems. Fenugreek is traditionally used in India, especially in the Ayurvedic and Unani systems.Preliminary animal and human trials suggest possible hypoglycemic and anti-hyperlipidemic properties of fenugreek seed powder taken orally. Fenugreek seeds contain 50% fiber (30% soluble fiber and 20% insoluble fiber) that can slow the rate of post-prandial glucose absorption. This may be a secondary mechanism for the hypoglycemic effect.