Alfalfa Herb Cut (Medicago sativa) Dried - Bulk
Alfalfa Herb Cut (Medicago sativa) Dried - Bulk
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INCI: Medicago sativa
Dried Alfalfa herb (Medicago sativa) is rich in calcium, potassium, vitamins A, B, E, D, K and U and is one of the best sources of Vitamin B12. It is commonly consumed as a herbal tea due to its noted health benefits. These benefits include; improved digestion, weight loss, and lower cholesterol levels. Alfalfa also contains beneficial compounds such as flavonoids, saponins, and phytoestrogens which can help reduce inflammation, improve heart health and support overall health. It has astringent properties and is also a known diuretic.
Sizes: 200g, 500g or 1kg.
This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.
Alfalfa uses
- Assists in the treatment of anaemia
- Used in treating pre-menstrual syndrome and endometriosis
- Aids in treating diabetes
- Reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and aortic plagues levels
- Helpful for arthritis
- Assists with digestive disorders, malnutrition and anemia
- Also fights coughs and flu
- Eliminates bad breath
- Improves lactation
- Combats migraines
Benefits of alfalfa
- 100% Natural
- Food Grade
- Vegan Friendly
- High in Vitamin B12
- Astringent
- Diuretic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antifungal
- Acts as a tonic
- Alkalises and detoxifies the body
How to use alfalfa
Herbal tea (infusion): 1-2 tsp per cup, steeped in boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Drink once per day.
Alfalfa warnings
- Not to be taken during pregnancy
- Contraindicated in autoimmune diseases or when using blood thinning or anticoagulant medication such as warfarin
- Do not use if taking anti-rejection drugs for kidney transplant
- In extremely rare cases of excessive consumption of the ingredient L-Canavanine (found in Alfalfa) it has been reported that it may cause abnormal red blood cell counts, enlargement of the spleen or relapses of lupus
