Alfalfa
What
is Alfalfa?
Alfalfa(medicago sativa) is a herb native to the
Mediterranean region but is widely cultivated elsewhere. The
dried leaves of the plant and seeds are primarily used.
History of
Alfalfa:
Early physicians in China and India used Alfalfa
leaves and flowering tops in the treatment of digestive
disorders. Through the ages, Alfalfa has
been used to treat a wide variety of conditions.
Alfalfa
Remedy:
The plant has been used to stimulate lactation in nursing
mothers, also as a treatment for dyspepsia, anemia, loss of
appetite, and as a poultice for boils and insect bites. Alfalfa is
used as a tonic to address conditions relative to the kidneys
and the reproductive system. Alfalfa has
also done service as a musculoskeletal and glandular tonic. Alfalfa has a
proven cholesterol lowering effect, possesses antibacterial
action against gram negative bacteria such as Salmonella typhi,
and it contains at least one protein with known antitumor
activity.Alfalfa
alkalizes and detoxifies the body, especially the liver. Alfalfa is
good for colon disorders, hemorrhaging, and promotes pituitary
gland function. Although yet to be confirmed in human trials, Alfalfa is
popular in the treatment of menopause symptoms.
Alfalfa
Includes:
Alfalfa
contains many nutrients, in a form, which is easily digested and
assimilated.Alfalfa has a
good quantity of beta-carotene, chlorophyll and octacosanol. The
leaves are also made up of flavones, isoflavones, sterols, and
coumarin derivatives. The iosflavones are probably responsible
for the estrogen-like effect in animals. Vitamin and minerals,
include vitamins A, B1, B6, C, E, K, calcium, potassium, iron
and zinc.
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