Description
1 oz
Traditional Uses: Alfalfa alkalizes and detoxifies the body, especially the liver, digestive health, neutralizes bad bacteria (such as Candida), provides potassium, eliminates water retention, relieves constipation, detoxes the urinary tract, can lower bad cholesterol and reduce the incidence of atherosclerotic plaque, supports healthy blood sugar levels, supports the pituitary gland
Constituents: High in Fibre and Protein / Vitamins: A, K & C / Minerals: Potassium, Calcium and Iron / Enzymes: Amylase, Lipase, Protase, Coagilase, Emulsion, Invertase, Peroxidase, Pectinaze and Cellulose
Medicinal actions: Nutritive, phytoestrogen, anti-tumor
Capsule: Follow dosage on bottle.
Tea: Add 1 tsp in a cup of boiling water and allow to steep up to 20 minutes. 1-2 Cups TID
Tincture: (1:5), 4-5 ml TID
Alfalfa Leaf Powder: Can be rehydrated in water or added to smoothies.
Recommended Daily Dose: Approximately 5g
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Additional Details
- Botanical Name:
- Medicago sativa L.
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Country of Origin:
- United States
- Cultivation:
- Organic Leaf
- Common Names:
- Buffalo grass, chilean clover, lucerne
- Interactions:
- None known
- Contraindications:
- None known
- Specific Precautions:
- Pregnant and nursing women should use alfalfa in moderation due to their content of stachydrine and homostachydrine
- General Safety:
- We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
