Health Benefits: Alfalfa is a folk remedy for arthritis in southern Appalachia. Alfalfa tea is rich with nutritive minerals.
We recommend that you do not take the alfalfa powder; take the tea instead. Alfalfa contains 1-canavanine, an amino acid that can cause symptoms that are similar to those of systemic lupus, an autoimmune disease that can also cause joint pain. Some scientific studies show that these symptoms can occur in both animals and humans as a result of eating alfalfa. The amino acid is not present to any significant amount in alfalfa tea.
- This herb is high in protein and contains 8 essential amino acidsAlfalfa contains more protein than beef and has a tryptophane effect on the body.
- Because of this and its alkaline effect, it is also good for pregnancy. Alfalfa is found to enrich the vitamins already present in breast milk.
- Many herbalists use this as a detoxifier because it binds with liver bile and removes cholesterol from the body and other impurities.
- Known to dissolve and inhibit cholesterol absorption by up to 25% in some cases due to Octacosanal and triacontanol. It is also wonderful for diabetics because of its use in balancing blood sugar levels.
- Alfalfa is a hormonal regulator and is used for Menopause and P.M.S.
- This herb can also be used for people suffering from arthritis because it acts as a mild anti-inflammatory.
Flavor Description: An effective light herbal green tea.
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