TimingFenugreek
Take with meals
When to take Fenugreek
With meals
Fenugreek (methi) seeds are a kitchen staple in India, and the extract is studied for blood sugar, libido and breast milk supply. Take it with meals.
Best time in your day
- Wake
- Workout
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Evening
- Workout
- Dinner
- Walk
- Bed
- When
- With meals
- Food
- With food
- Typical dose
- 500–1,000 mg extract or 5–10 g seeds per day
How to take it
- 1Take it with your main meals
- 2Start low to check digestion
- 3Monitor blood sugar if diabetic
- 4Use it for 8–12 weeks
Watch out
Avoid it in pregnancy because it can stimulate the uterus. People allergic to peanuts or chickpeas may react to it.
Keep apart from
- Diabetes medication
- Blood thinners
Common questions
Why do I smell like maple syrup?
A compound in fenugreek causes a harmless sweet smell in sweat and urine.
Does it boost milk supply?
It's widely used; evidence is modest.
Can I just use methi seeds?
Yes, soaked seeds are a traditional option.
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