You might need Alfalfa if you. . .

• Want a natural source of essential nutrients
• Want to support your body’s natural defenses against free radicals
• Want to improve your circulation
• Want to support a healthy metabolism
• Are going through menopause
• Are nursing and want to increase your milk supply

Benefits of Alfalfa

• Contains vitamin K, C, Folate, thiamin, riboflavin, magnesium, iron, and copper
• Antioxidants
• May support healthy cholesterol levels and healthy circulation due to its saponins
• May help to improve your metabolic health
• May support the body through menopause
• May help with breastmilk production due to phytoestrogens

Common ways to use Alfalfa

Alfalfa is typically dried and sold in capsules, teas, and tinctures. It can also be eaten fresh as microgreens.

Growing Information

Alfalfa is commonly grown for hay worldwide. It is also used as a cover crop. In more recent years, it has been used as a microgreen.

Safety Concerns

Drug Interaction: If you have any health concerns or are taking any prescription medication, please consult with your healthcare provider before adding new herbs to your diet.

Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.

Select Studies About Alfalfa

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28749738/

Alfalfa is becoming more common for human consumption. Essential and non-essential amino acids are abundant.