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ALFALFA
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.)
Alfalfa can be used to
help bruising, excess
bleeding, body odour and
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ALFALFA |
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Alfalfa is a rich
source of trace
minerals. |
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Alfalfa is root that
can grow over
100feet into the
earth. Its deep
roots allow it to
concentrate many
different types of
vitamins and
minerals from the
soil. It is used
medicinally as
general tonic or,
supporter of the
body, due to its
reputation as a good
balanced source of
vitamins and
minerals. |
It
has been shown to be of help
for arthritis sufferers.
Ground alfalfa has been
studied for its effect on
cholesterol.
It has been shown to
decrease cholesterol by
inhibiting intestinal resorption and to
reduce
atherosclerotic
build-up in
arteries. Alfalfa
contains a
significant amount
of vitamin K and
other chemicals that
thin the blood.
The isoflavones in
alfalfa are similar
to those that are
found in soy and red
clover. These
substances have
proven useful in the
treatment of
menopause and
menstrual
discomforts. The
chlorophyll, green
pigment, in alfalfa
aids the healing of
intestinal ulcers,
hemorrhoids,
bleeding gums, burns
and infections.
Chlorophyll induces
detoxification of
the body and
decreases halitosis
and body odour.
Alfalfa can be used
as a raw sprouts,
seeds, dried herb or
liquid extract. The
raw herb can be
found as a powder or
compressed into
tablets. Fresh
alfalfa should be
well washed and
checked for molds
before being
consumed. The
liquid extract
contains a
significant amount
of chlorophyll.
The use of alfalfa
is contraindicated
for those with
lupus. There are
possible
interactions between
alfalfa and blood
thinners, hormone
replacement therapy
and oral
contraceptives.
Alfalfa tea has been
historically used as
a nutritious tonic
in pregnancy but one
should exercise
caution because of
the hormonal
properties of
alfalfa. |
Alfalfa–
QUICK FACTS
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PARTS USED
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Flowers,
petals,
leaves,
sprouted
seeds. |
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APPLICATIONS |
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Easy
bruising,
excess
bleeding,
menstrual
and
menopausal
complaints,
anemia,
halitosis,
body odour. |
OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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15-30g of
dried herb
daily or
15-30mL
liquid
extract
daily.
(Clinical
doses may be
higher as
recommended
by your
practitioner). |
WORKS WELL
WITH
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Other
detoxification
supplements. |
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
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Those on
blood
thinners
should use
alfalfa-containing
substances
cautiously.
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Toxicity of
alfalfa is
very rare
but may
include
diarrhea,
stomach
upset and
sun
sensitivity. |
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that while National Nutrition
supports your right to use
natural health care products for
any therapeutic purpose that you
see fit, that the information on
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considered as a claim or as a
substitute for medical advice. |
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