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Military Honey Fenugreek: What Does 100 mcg of Seed Extract Mean?
Military Honey fenugreek is 100 mcg of a 10:1 seed extract per gummy, which stands for roughly 1 mg of seed. That is less than a pinch of the kitchen spice. Research on fenugreek used hundreds of milligrams in men. Fenugreek is not advised in pregnancy above food amounts.
Military Honey fenugreek is the first herb on the Supplement Facts panel. Most people know fenugreek as a kitchen spice, so the herb sounds familiar and safe. This page explains what 100 mcg of the seed extract really is, what research has looked at and which groups should be careful.
Want to read the fenugreek line on your own bottle? The order page shows the pack terms before you pay.
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- The label lists fenugreek seed extract 10:1 at 100 mcg per gummy, with the Latin name Trigonella foenum-graecum L.
- 100 mcg of a 10:1 extract stands for roughly 1 mg of seed.
- Research on fenugreek has focused mainly on blood sugar and breast milk supply, and men’s studies used hundreds of milligrams.
- Usual doses can cause diarrhea, nausea or a body odor like maple syrup.
- Fenugreek is not advised in pregnancy above food amounts, according to the NCCIH.
What is the Military Honey fenugreek on the label?
The label lists fenugreek seed extract 10:1, with the Latin name Trigonella foenum-graecum L., at 100 mcg per gummy. Fenugreek is the seed of a plant used as a common spice. A 10:1 extract means about ten parts of seed were concentrated into one part of extract. So 100 mcg of extract stands for roughly 1 mg of seed.
For scale, 1 mg is one thousandth of a gram. The site’s ingredient notes describe it as less than a pinch of the spice. Our page on micrograms and milligrams explains why 100 mcg looks big on a label and is tiny in practice.
What does research say about fenugreek, and how does the dose compare?
The notes on this site, which cite the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, say research on fenugreek has mostly looked at blood sugar and breast milk supply. Studies in men used hundreds of milligrams. The gummy gives about 1 mg of seed.
| Item | Figure or note |
|---|---|
| Amount in one gummy | 100 mcg of 10:1 extract |
| Raw seed that amount stands for | About 1 mg |
| Amounts used in men’s studies | Hundreds of milligrams |
| Main research topics | Blood sugar and breast milk supply |
| Label claim for fenugreek | None; the label claim is general daily support |
Hundreds of milligrams against about one milligram is a large gap. So the herb reads as a label name, not as a working dose. We do not say the gummy has no effect at all. We say the fenugreek is unlikely to be the part that does the work.
What side effects can Military Honey fenugreek cause?
At normal supplement doses, the NCCIH summary lists diarrhea, nausea and a maple-syrup body smell. At 100 mcg, those effects are not likely to be the main concern. The bigger safety point in this gummy is vitamin D at 84 mcg. Even so, anyone with a sensitive stomach should notice how they feel after the first gummy.
Stop and get medical help for a rash, swelling, trouble breathing or severe dizziness. Call 911 for chest pain or trouble breathing. Tell your doctor and the order desk about any problem. Our page on Military Honey side effects covers the other ingredients.
Is Military Honey fenugreek safe in pregnancy or with medicine?
The NCCIH advises against fenugreek in pregnancy above the amounts found in food. The label also asks pregnant or nursing mothers to consult a physician before use. This gummy is made for men, and the label asks anyone under 18 to speak to a physician too.
On medicine, the site’s notes say fenugreek can lower blood sugar, although the amount here is small. If you take medicine for diabetes, ask your doctor or pharmacist before the first gummy. The same applies if you take heart medicine, thiazide diuretics or steroids, because of the vitamin D in the same gummy.
Does the fenugreek line have any label problems?
The fenugreek line itself is correct: the species name matches fenugreek. The problem sits on the next line. The tribulus line is printed with fenugreek’s Latin name, which looks like a printing slip. We cover it in our page on Military Honey tribulus. For the fenugreek line, the only open question is the same one that applies to every herb here: the source and the lab proof are not published.
What is not published about the fenugreek?
The farm, the extract maker and the lab result for the fenugreek are not published. We also do not know the exact extraction method. The CoA code on the pictured bottle is only a label code, and no certificate document comes with the listing. If you want more, ask the order desk on +1 (302) 200-3480.
Where do these facts come from?
The label lines and codes are read from the pictured bottle and this site’s own pages. Outside sources are listed here.
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, “Fenugreek: Usefulness and Safety”
- Military Honey ingredients page
- Military Honey supplement facts page
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, “Vitamin D: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals”
Frequently asked questions
How much fenugreek is in Military Honey?
Each gummy lists 100 mcg of a 10:1 fenugreek seed extract, which stands for roughly 1 mg of seed.
Is 100 mcg of fenugreek enough to do anything?
Research used hundreds of milligrams in men, so 100 mcg is far smaller. The herb reads as a label name rather than a working dose.
Can I take Military Honey while pregnant?
The label asks pregnant or nursing mothers to consult a physician first, and fenugreek is not advised in pregnancy above food amounts. The gummy is made for men.
Does Military Honey fenugreek affect blood sugar?
Fenugreek can lower blood sugar in research, but the amount here is tiny. Ask your doctor if you take diabetes medicine.
What side effects can fenugreek cause?
Diarrhea, nausea and a maple-syrup body smell at normal supplement doses. At 100 mcg these are less likely.
Is fenugreek the main ingredient in Military Honey?
No. Vitamin D3 at 84 mcg and boron at 7 mg are the large amounts on the label. All four herbs are 100 mcg each.
Our view
Fenugreek is a familiar name on an unfamiliar label. The amount is about one milligram of seed per gummy, which is much smaller than the doses research used. We think it is best read as a label name.
The real safety points are elsewhere: vitamin D near its upper limit, and the herbs that need a doctor’s view if you have heart, kidney, hormone or blood-sugar concerns. Ask your doctor before you start if any of those apply.
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