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    <title>Comments on: Alfalfa: An Herb For Detoxification</title>
    <description>National Nutrition Health Supplements and Health Concerns Articles</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 06:05:43 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello, 
Thank you for your comments. It's important to research if there's a contraindication between herbs and to see which other supplements will boost the bioavailability of the herbs you're taking. For instance, vitamin C should be taken with iron to help boost its absorbability. Also, your body can only absorb so many nutrients at a time, so sometimes taking everything at once is counterproductive. 

You can mix sprouts and seed in salads, soups and sprinkled in other recipes. If you'd like to find more healthy recipes, check out this section on our site: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/healthy-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/healthy-recipes/</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:45:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-9327</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Rachel, 
Thank you for your comment about your key takeaways. Indeed, like any supplement, those on other medications should check the contraindications or consult with their healthcare practitioner prior to adding new supplements to their regimen. You can learn more about natural ways to combat joint pain with this article, too: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/research/curcumin-and-joints/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/research/curcumin-and-joints/</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:55:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-9199</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: KK</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I know it's good for detox. Is it good to mix it with other detox supplements? All mixed together in a citrus smoothie? How about mixing in Milk Thistle? Kelp? Dandelion? Cilantro? Parsley? I am trying to maximize the detox without wasting any supplements. I was thinking a tiny bit of each? I am also growing my own alfalfa sprouts at home. And I have it as a tea as well. Should I just eat the sprouts in my soups and salads? Can I maximize their benefits even more?]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 07 Dec 2024 22:30:30 +0000</pubDate>
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      <author>omiroya@gmail.com (KK)</author>
      <dc:creator>KK</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: Rachel Rock</title>
      <description><![CDATA[While toxicity of alfalfa is very rare and as you mention, alfalfa has many health benefits (it is a veritable superfood for most people), there are a few concerns with alfalfa, some of which you mention:
1) There possible interactions between alfalfa and blood thinners, hormone replacement therapy and oral contraceptives, the latter two due to alfalfa's hormone-modulating ability
2) Alfalfa is contraindicated for those with lupus (I wonder why!)
3) Alfalfa sprouts present a food poisoning risk and caution should be following with sourcing, inspection, and preparation in order to keep safe.

This said, most people should be able to enjoy alfalfa free of problems...and the pain relief properties I didn't know about so thank you for teaching me something new, NN!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 02:48:37 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-8360</link>
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      <author>scoeruleus@gmail.com (Rachel Rock)</author>
      <dc:creator>Rachel Rock</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello O,
Absolutely! It's fascinating to learn about the potential benefits of Alfalfa for arthritis pain. Making it into a balm sounds like a great idea! Applying it directly to the affected area could potentially provide targeted relief. It's always worth trying different methods to find what works best for you. If you do decide to make an Alfalfa balm, make sure to research proper preparation techniques and consult with a healthcare professional if needed. Wishing you all the best in finding relief for your arthritis pain and check out our articles on health concerns here: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:12:32 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-5096</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: O</title>
      <description><![CDATA[It is so interesting to read about how Alfalfa can be used for arthritis pains and how those in the comments here have also advocated for how the use of Alfalfa has helped them with their arthritis pain as well. In the article, it says that Alfalfa can be taken as a supplement in liquid form as well. I wonder if making it into a balm would also help and then you can use it to put over the area that is in need of some relief.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 03 Sep 2023 18:04:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-5089</link>
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      <author>oliviah@live.ca (O)</author>
      <dc:creator>O</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello, Sharon 
That’s great to hear, thank you for sharing how alfalfa has helped support your health. Curcumin also has joint health benefits: <a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/research/curcumin-and-joints/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/research/curcumin-and-joints/</a>

Stay healthy]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2023 17:51:32 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-4727</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: Sharon Ball</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I’ve used this to treat arthritis   It works wonderful to aid the pin of arthritis.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jun 2023 20:09:29 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-4653</link>
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      <author>Sjball1964@gmail.com (Sharon Ball)</author>
      <dc:creator>Sharon Ball</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Sharon, 

Thank you for sharing your experience with alfalfa! We're glad to hear this has worked well for your health concerns. Indeed alfalfa has been known to support healthy cholesterol levels and symptoms of arthritis-like you mentioned. If you're interested in learning more about supplements that support arthritis, check out our health concern articles:

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/rheumatoid-arthritis/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/health-concerns/rheumatoid-arthritis/</a>

Have a healthy day!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:53:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/alfalfa/#comment-3642</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: Sharon Ball</title>
      <description><![CDATA[This is an excellent product to relieve arthritis pain.  Must better than pharmaceutical products.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2022 18:18:07 +0000</pubDate>
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      <author>sharon.e.ball@protonmail.com (Sharon Ball)</author>
      <dc:creator>Sharon Ball</dc:creator>
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