Methi seeds or Fenugreek seeds have a special place in the spice rack of every Asian and Indian kitchen. Let us see the benefits of methi seeds in details.
Fenugreek in Hindi is called methi, While Fenugreek in Kannada is called mentya. It has so many different names, Fenugreek in Tamil is called ventayam and Fenugreek in Telugu is called mentulu. Benefits of methi seeds are numerous and hence Fenugreek seeds are not only famous for culinary purposes, but they are also very useful as a medicinal herb and as a home remedy for several health issues. These benefits of methi seeds are attributed to its nutritional components. Let us first see these important phytonutrients before reading the magical benefits of methi seeds.
Nutrition in Fenugreek seeds /Methi seeds:
| Amount per 100 gms of methi seeds | ||
| Nutrient | Amount | % daily value |
| Calories | 323 cals | – |
| Carbs | 58 gms | 19 % |
| Fiber | 25 gms | 100 % |
| Protein | 23 gms | 46 % |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 18 % |
| Omega-3 fatty acids | – | – |
| Omega-6 fatty acids | – | – |
| Fat | 6.4 gm | 10 % |
Phosphorus | 296 gm | 30 % |
Zinc | 2.5 mg | 17 % |
| Manganese | 1.2mg | 61 % |
Copper | 1.1 mg | 56 % |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Let us now see the benefits of methi seeds in reducing cholesterol, diabetes and weight loss. The other benefits of methi seeds include helping in skin and hair loss issues, helping the nursing mothers, and treating menopausal symptoms.
Benefits of Methi seeds / Fenugreek seeds
1] Benefits of methi seeds in Hypercholesterolemia:
Fenugreek seeds help in reducing cholesterol. Fenugreek, when soaked and consumed, helps in lowering the blood cholesterol levels, especially the LDL cholesterol. The soluble fiber galactomannan in methi seeds attaches itself to the clots, cholesterol and fat cells that adhere to the blood vessels and block the blood passage. It then forms a gel with these substances and helps in de-attaching them from the surface of the walls of blood vessels and eliminating them from the body. Hence fenugreek seeds help in preventing cardiac ailments like atherosclerosis and strokes.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water. Gulp these seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
- Use methi powder. Mix it with warm water in a glass and drink this every morning on empty stomach.
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2] Benefits of Methi seeds in weight loss:
Methi seeds should be soaked overnight and then sprouted to avail maximum fiber from the seeds. The galactomannan fiber swells up upon entering the stomach and leaves you with a feeling of satiety. This suppresses your appetite and helps in controlling the quantity of food intake. The fiber in methi seeds helps in weight loss by regularizing the release of blood sugars and helps in preventing sugar spikes in the blood; hence you can control your hunger and cravings for eating junk food.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water and leave it for sprouting. Gulp these sprouted seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
- Use methi powder. Mix it with warm water in a glass and drink this every morning on empty stomach.
- You can add methi seeds while seasoning your veggies.
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3] Benefits of Methi seeds for Breastfeeding Mothers:
Fenugreek contains Diogenes, a naturally occurring steroid saponin that facilitates and increases the milk production in nursing mothers. Fenugreek seeds contain a good amount of vitamins and minerals which helps in good growth of the feeding infant.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- You can chew on soaked methi seeds or gulp them down with water.
- Mix the powder of methi seeds with some fennel seeds and mishri (small crystallized sugar lumps ) and have 1 tsp of t his mix twice a day along with a glass of milk.
4] Benefits of methi seeds during Menstrual cycles and in PMS:
Fenugreek is considered a good emmenagogue. Emmenagogue is an herb which encourages menstrual bleeding..it is extremely beneficial for those who suffer oligomenorrhea (infrequent or light menses). It is also beneficial to those women who have obstructed blood flow during menses and have severe pelvic or abdominal pain because of this reason. Fenugreek helps in opening up the obstruction and increasing the blood flow during menses.
Fenugreek seeds also contain phytoestrogen and isoflavones. Phytoestrogen along with Diogenes help in relieving the menopausal symptoms like hot flushes, mood swings, stomach cramps, and depression.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Gulp soaked / raw methi seeds with water.
- Mix methi seeds powder with twice the quantity of carom seeds (ajwain), roast in a little ghee, and mix an equal amount of sugar and consume it hot.
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5] Benefits of Methi seeds in controlling blood sugar levels and Diabetes:
Fenugreek seeds are beneficial in both types I and type II diabetes. In type I diabetes fenugreek helps by lowering the blood sugar absorption rate. The fiber galactomannan helps in slowing the absorption of sugar from the bloodstream and hence keeps the sugar levels at bay. It helps in avoiding unnecessary sugar hikes in the blood. Owing to this benefit, acute episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia can be avoided. In type II diabetes, Fenugreek seeds help by eliminating the instance of urine sugar. Fenugreek seeds contain 4- hydroxyisoleucine amino acids that may be required for insulin formation.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water. then leave it for sprouting. Gulp these sprouted seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
- Use methi powder. Mix it with warm water in a glass and drink this every morning on empty stomach.
- You can add methi seeds while seasoning your veggies, dals and kadhi preparations.
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6] Benefits of Methi seeds in Constipation:
Fenugreek seeds are rich in fiber and help in providing bulk to the stools. Fenugreek seeds help in chronic constipation and painful evacuation problems. It has smooth mucilage which helps in easy excretion of waste.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water. then leave it for sprouting. gulp these sprouted seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
- Use methi powder. Mix it with warm water or with milk in a glass and drink this mixture every morning on empty stomach.
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7] Benefits of methi seeds in skin problems:
Fenugreek seeds help in reducing skin inflammation. This ability of methi seeds is owed to its antioxidants. When a smooth paste of fenugreek seed powder with curd is applied on the skin, it helps in lightening the skin complexion and also removes the blemishes and scars. Fenugreek seeds help in improving skin by removing the wrinkles, pimples, and blackheads and by preventing further breakouts.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Grind methi seeds in a coarse powder. Use these seeds as a scrub to wash your face along with a little gram flour (Besan). It helps in exfoliating the dead skins and blackheads from skin surface leaving the skin smooth and glowing.
- Mix methi seeds powder with curd and apply as a mask. Keep it for 10 minutes and then wash off the face when you feel the stretch. This will help in curing wrinkles and loose skin.
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8] Benefits of Methi seeds help in resolving hair problems:
Fenugreek seeds should be powdered and mixed with curd. after soaking it for some time, this hair mask should be applied thoroughly on scalp and hair. Fenugreek application on the scalp helps in getting rid of dandruff problem. Applying fenugreek hair mask helps in moisturizing the dull dry hair and the hair becomes smooth and shiny. Fenugreek seeds are most helpful when it comes to hair loss troubles. applying the above-mentioned fenugreek seed powder and curd hair mask 3 times a month will help in considerably lowering the hair fall and hair loss. Fenugreek also encourages the formation of new hair from the root bud.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Mix methi seeds powder in curd and soak it for some time. Apply this mix as a hair mask. Cover the scalp, roots, and lengths for overall benefits.
- Mix methi seed powder with ginger extracts or ginger juice. Apply this mix on the scalp to initiate the growth of new hair buds from roots.
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9] Fenugreek seeds help in the prevention of colon cancer:
Methi seeds contain a good combination of photochemical and nutrients that goes a long way in preventing colon cancer. Fenugreek contains diosgenin, a steroid saponin; it also contains hemicelluloses, mucilage, and pectin. These inhibit the re-absorption of bile salts in the colon. The fiber in fenugreek seeds binds all the components in the colon that may cause harm to the colon lining or those who possess a greater threat and may be carcinogenic. It then helps in excretion and elimination of these wastes.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water and let it sprout. Gulp these sprouted seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
- Use methi powder. Mix it with warm water or with milk in a glass and drink this mixture every morning on empty stomach.
10] Methi seeds help in cases of acid reflux, oesophageal irritation and sore throats:
The mucilage in fenugreek works best when it comes to coating the inner lining of the throat, esophagus, and stomach. Thus helps the inner lining against acid attacks and protects it preventing further damage or ulcer formations.
How to consume methi seeds to avail this benefit?
- Soak methi seeds overnight in little water and leave it for sprouting. Gulp these sprouted seeds on empty stomach in the morning.
A Word of Warning:
- Too much of fenugreek seeds are not advised during pregnancy as it has a strong effect on the female reproductive system and may lead to abnormal bleeding or staining. In certain cases, gastrointestinal discomfort was reported after a large number of fenugreek seeds were eaten.
- The only side effect seen in people taking high doses of fenugreek is mild gastrointestinal distress. Fenugreek is not recommended during pregnancy because it may lead to miscarriage due to its strong effect on the female reproductive system.
Benefits of methi seeds are truly magical when used in the right way. If you have any doubts or queries regarding methi seeds, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you with an answer to it.
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Hi Payal this article is awesom …. everyday I swallow fanugreek seeds in the night before sleep is that alrgt? And one more thing is I wanted to reduce fat mass….. my night is 5’3 and weight is 86 kg this weight is after pregnancy so what should I do to reduce post pregnancy fat and weight and I had cesarean …. thanks
Hi Pooja ,
you should check this – https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-lose-pregnancy-weight/
taking soaked fenugreek seeds early in the morning on empty stomach is much more beneficial .
I am 34 years old , I am suffering from green colour discharge have tried many medicines and doctors but it’s not helping me , I am suffering from this from past 1 year and doctor says it’s normal nothin to worry , can u please help me with it also I want to get preganant so what should I do will methi help me ??
Hi Pooja ,
i am sorry , but ypour problem is clinical and a doctor will be the right person to guide you .
Hi payal,
Please tell me which method is beneficial of taking fenugreek
fenugreek seed or powder and water should warm or cold?
depends on the purpose . for weight loss , soaking the seeds and gulping them down in the morning on empty stomach is the most beneficial .
Hi
I am 23 yrs old and i have realy small breast . I want to increase my cup size but i am confused that if i take soked seeds then will my weight reduce ? As i am thin already and i dont want to loose my weight i only want to incease my breast
Hi Meera,
dobnt worry , if you eat healthy and regular food , this will not make you lose weight .
Dear madem i have problem for white bleeding
Please check with a gyneac. white discharge is not normal and can be suggestive of infections or ovarian issues .
will consuming a mouthful of fenugreek overnight soaked seeds harm the body?
nope , its just hypoglycemic food , so make sure your sugars dont get below the levels ..
Hii Payal,
My age is 26,height-5″1,weight-62kg. I want to lose 7-8kg. Also i hav huge hairfall and hair thinning problem. Pls help for this. Need ur suggestion
Regards,
Sneha
Thank you for reading at Dietburrp. Walking or exercising for 45 mins everyday will help you in a good way to lose weight. along with the exercise you also need follow a healthy regime. You can find some basic and important tips for weight loss in this article here – https://www.dietburrp.com/top-10-weight-loss-tips/ if you want me to analyse your regime and plan a diet plan personalized for you, please see this page. – https://www.dietburrp.com/diet-services/
Or You can try following the diet plan mentioned above in the article.- https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-loss/ this is a general 1200 calorie diet plan and has helped many. it may be of help to you as well.
HairfALL – MAKE sure you eat a lot of protei nfoods , apply fenugreek seed powder in curd and onion juice to stop hair fall
Hlw Ma’m,
If I swallow the overnight soaked methi seed in the morning will that be a preventive for hair loss ?Will be rendered to dense and shinning hair ?plz ma’m suggest me the way and quantity for hair loss prevention,I am having too much.As I am staying in hostel so I don’t have any chance to make the seed paste and all that.
Hi Ranjan ,
yes you can do this , making paste is not required ,. whenever you go home next time , just make oowder of methi seeds and get . mix this opowder with curd if possible and use like shampoo 23 times a week .. if curd is not available then mix with water .. but curd is more effective
Hi mam,i am taking Thyronorm 100mcg for hypothyroidism on an empty stomach.after what time or when can i take methi seeds as per your diet plan for diabetes .iam 47yrs female.
immediately after medicine is ok
Do I have to soak feungreek seeds every morning and drink it, or twice a week or once a week, or everyday.
every day for better results
I have type 2 diabetes, and when i gets up in the morning, my sugar level is always high, how long can i take feungreek to lower my sugar level. and what is the quantity or amount i can take. Can i also take it with my medication
1 tsp daily … but this alone will noit help . if your fasting sugar is high , you need to walk for 30 – 40 mins every eveining .
Heyy PAYAL..
I am 25 running now and just become mother in the month of september with baby girl.. I heard many benefits of methi seeds so want to try for wieght loss and milk for baby…. Is this help for that? So what proportion amd how to take for these thing please let me know…
Hi Mishka ,
yes it will definitely help you . take 1-2 tsp methi seeds soaked overnight in water .
Hai, How to reduce weight with fenugreek. I am 4.11 height & weight around 53 KG.
soak it over night and have in t he morning
Thanks Payalji, I am 4.11 height & weight around 53 kg. How can I reduce my weight with fenugreek sprouts powder?
mix with water and drink on empty stomach every morning
Hai Payalji, I am 25 years old & am taking Fenugreek sprouts powder with normal water in empty stomach. I have thyroid problem. What will be the good result from this.
Hi Shruthi ,
This will definitely help in weight and sugar level management
Hi , i have pcod problem and am taking medicines for that iam trying for pregnancy at this time can i eat methi seeds to overcome my pcod problem
Manju you can have it no issues
Hai, I am 25 years old, I am taking Fenugreek Sprouts powder with normal water in empty stomach. What will be the result on my body??? Pls reply.
it will help in sugar and weight management
Hi. Great article. I am 36 years old and have some histamine allergy. I mean excess in the body. I have low iron levels in the body too and feel a bit fatigued because I had to cut down on many high histamine foods and fruits. Please tell me will this fenugreek water cure the anemia and increase the iron levels in the body? Plus can it be taken with tea. I mean how much gap should be there between fenugreek water and tea. Thanks.
Hi Sadaf ,
i have theorotically read that it will help , but im afraid i have not had any client woith this problem and hence i fdunno if it really works in reality . so we will have to try and see ..
you can keep a 10 mins gap between both
Hello. I want to regularize my periods cause i feel they are very thick abd sticky and their flow is not free.can i use methi soaked seeds for it.and if yes then wat is the method.secondly i dont want my brest size to increase so if i consume methi will it cause my brst size to increase?
Rabi the problems you are mentioning about your cycles are not normal .. have you consulted any doctor for this ?
Raw methi seeds or soaked methi seeds which one is more beneficial….
soaked ones are better
Hi Payal,
I am 29 weeks pregnant and diagnosed with GDM 2 weeks back. I am trying to control through diet and able to manage my Fasting, Breakfast and dinner post meal reading but somehow whatever i eat for lunch my readings are high 5 days out of 7 days.
I am still trying to evaluate my meals for lunch but even if I go as low as 45gms of carbs, the reading is high.
I have read and told by my relatives to drink methi seeds water in the morning. Can i take that drink in pregnancy. If so, what can be a controlled amount to have methi water soaked overnight.
you can have 1 tsp of soaked methi ..
Hi
Can I use meethi dana for deep acne scars and for how long shall I leave the methi dana mask on face like for 1-2 hours.
Hi ,
you can leave it till it dries .. dont let it be for too long , it will make your skin dry.
pl tell me the qty of methi seeds to be soaked in a glass of water i mean number of seeds for a suggar patient or a normal healthy man
1 tsp / 5 gms
pl tell me the qty of methi seeds to be soaked in a glass of water i mean number of seeds
1 tsp / 5 gms
Hey, I juz want to know, how to take fenugreek tea or powder , I mean on an empty stomach or anytym in the day ,, if I want to increase my breast size??
take empty stomach in the morning . for better results you can have it at niht as well .
hye
madam I have a big problem of nocturnal emission(swapna dosh), 4 time a week since approximately 6 year, first it was like one time in a month then frequency increase year by year and now it’s unstoppable. i’m also experiencing a lot sight effects due to this like lot of hair loss, weakness, joint pain, and much more.
so please help me, suggest me some natural cure.
Hi Deep ,
i am afraid i will not be able to help you in this regard . please check with a doctor
Can i also swallow seeds for breast enlargement
yes you can
if i stopped taking fenugreek will my breast will become as it was earlier.
Hi Shweta ,
it depens … normally if you are in teen age 0r early 20s , then its better to keep taking it . the size may go down if you are too young or too old . or underweight
Hi
Im suffering from pcos and i started eating methi daily a tea spoon empty stomach. Now my period is due n im pregnant. Shall i stop taking methi seeds or continue.
Please help me out.
Hi Noor , im sorry but i din understand what you meant with “Now my period is due n im pregnant.”
Are we supposed to eat the methi seeds too along with the water?
yes that will help in better ways
I am 32 yrd old and suffering from hypertension which started in 7.5 months of my pregnancy due to which i had emergency delivery in 31 weeks of pregnancy . It’s been 4 months but I am unable to bring my bp to normal level without medication. I have quitted salt and doing regular 30 min walk daily.
Please suggest some remedies for lowering bp.
I m a 23 year old female. And i want to know whether consuming fenugreek seeds will reduce or increase the body heat?
Anything in excess is not good . if you have 1 tsp of overnight soaked fenugreek seed , it will not cause any heat or any harm .
Mam,mai age23 hai meri breast size bahoot chote hai aur muzhe pcod bhi hair to soaked meethi seed kaise aur kitane din take use Karu .
Breast size badhane ke liye kuch ghareloo upay detail me bataiye plzz.
Hi Seema ,
ypu can take over night soaked methi seeds , 1 tsp in the morning . massaging your breast with almond oil and doing the exercises will help you in increasing breast size
Hello i am 24 ..having lots of stomach disorders like constipation and gastric problems …even i am too thin smal breast …someone advised me to take fenugreek seeds along with fennel seeds soaked overnight..will it b beneficial
yes i has helped many , it might help you as well
hlo..me 17 yrs old
i m having pcod ..!! will consuming methi seeds beneficial to me??
moreover due to pcos i m gaining a lot of weight..will it increase my breast size..??
nd my hair is thinning day by day..what to do..?
plz tell how to consume it …for all these problems..!!
Hi Neha ,
yes yu can soak methi seeds at night an consume this in the morning , this will help you in maintaing your weight near normal and maintain hormonal balance as well.
hlo.!!…me 17 yrs old
i m having pcod..
z consuming methi seeds ..beneficial for me..
nd i m concerned for my breast enlargement..will it increase my breast size..
check these exercises for reducing breast size – https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-lose-breast-fat/
How to gain weight .Age 28 yrs height 6 feet. Does method help in gaining weight
Hi, Thanks for reading at dietburrp. weight gain is a tricky process. you need to balance with calorie intake while making sure that the calories comes from healthy protein foods. the diet chart mentioned in the above article – https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-gain/ is a perfect way to provide healthy calories to your body.
you can follow the tips on how to gain weight from the article – https://www.dietburrp.com/how-to-gain-weight/
It is important to understand that strength training is necessary to gain healthy muscle weight, so combine a 40 mins routine of exercise with the diet to achieve best possible results.
I want to know that can I gain weight ,using methi seeds and how to use it to gain weight
Thank you for reading at Dietburrp. Walking or exercising for 45 mins everyday will help you in a good way to lose weight. along with the exercise you also need follow a healthy regime. You can find some basic and important tips for weight loss in this article here – https://www.dietburrp.com/top-10-weight-loss-tips/ if you want me to analyse your regime and plan a diet plan personalized for you, please see this page. – https://www.dietburrp.com/diet-services/
Or You can try following the diet plan mentioned above in the article.- https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-loss/ this is a general 1200 calorie diet plan and has helped many. it may be of help to you as well.
methi seeds are healthy and they will help u in all the above mentioned ways , but for weight gain it wont be of much help
how much methi seeds can be taken daily for breast growth?
1 tsp methi seeds are maximum you can intake
Hey payAl
I’m 20 year old , unmarried
I have small breast not want to increase their size…. will Fenugreek powder be beneficial for me …. also m slim… If fenugreek is useful then what will be the amount of consumption and how to consume???
you can consume 1 tsp fenugreek every day . this might help
Hi Payal ,
I am 40 yr old lady, and want to take methi powder mixed in water early morning for health benefits based on the article above, but am concerned about breast size increase, so what can I do to make sure i am not taking too much to give me health benefits but avoid the breast enlargement .
Thank you
take 1 tsp of methi powder . this much is enough and wont harm . also age is a big factor. so dont worry , you are out of the growth years , and hence it should not trouble
In what quantity methi power be taken?
you can take 1 tsp in 1 glass water.
Hi,
I am suffering from Baldhead . in lost 75% of my hair especially in mid of scalp.
Does methi in combination with ginger juice really bring back my hair ?
If this formula is proven one, why do many people are going foenhair transplantation ?
Please suggest me or guide me.
Does methi really brick back my lost hair ?
Waiting for.your reply….
Hi ,
yes methi and ginger scalp mask can help in growing new hair . but it depends. please read this for better insight
– https://www.dietburrp.com/alopecia-are-you-losing-your-sleep-over-hair-loss/
I am 25 years suffering with Baldhead like that of men.
Does methi really bring back hair on my Baldhead.
From ROOPA,
Hyderabad
Telangana state.
yes methi and ginger juice help in regrowth. but depends upon your reason of hair loss
Does methi really bring back hair on Baldhead ?
Did anyone get result ?
Please let me know. I tried so many home remedies but went into vain.
hi arvind .
it does help. but not in case of total baldness.
Is it helpful to control cholesterol? How to use the methi seeds? I heard that they have to be sprouted and dried in the sun and powdered. That powder is to be used in the butter milk or in water or in the salads.
you can just soqak them in water for 12 hours , then let them sprout and eat them fresh . just gulp them down with water. this helps. you can also use the way you mentioned . but fresh sprout will benefit more.
Hi,
I am suffering from pcod, is it recommended for me?
Hi Vrinda ,
yes , you can consume methi seeds , without any 2 nd thought . All the best !
Hi,
Fenugreek seeds is really very good thing . I know I have used for years and it’s very good stuffs
Hi,
Really your blog is very good and helpful
hie ,i really like your blog..it is very interesting and very useful…i am 24yrs old,married and mother of one child..i am 86kgs weight want to lose 20kgs of weight in four months ..please can you tell me how i can do perfectly.so that i can lose my weight …it would be very helpful to me and i will be very thankful to you…
Hi Alekhya,
you have a pretty name . Thank you for reading at Dietburrp. We are glad you like our blogs. Walking or exercising for 45 mins everyday will help you in a good way to lose weight. along with the exercise you also need follow a healthy regime. if you want me to analyse your regime and plan a diet plan personalized for you, please see this page. – https://www.dietburrp.com/diet-services/
Or You can try following the diet plan mentioned above in the article.- https://www.dietburrp.com/indian-diet-plan-for-weight-loss/ this is a general 1200 calorie diet plan and has helped many. it may be of help to you as well.
can methi seeds be consumed at the age of 50 for breast growth. For how long can it be taken.
Hi Sandra,
i doubt if at the age of 50 there is still any chance of growth . but yes, if you are still getting your cycles , your breast will become firm and will not sag . there is no harm in trying though. You can take it in the mentioned way for at least 2 months to see if it is helping in increasing the size.