Shaklee Alfalfa Uses

Shaklee Alfalfa Complex is a nutritional supplement that is made from naturally grown alfalfa plants. The leaves and roots of the alfalfa plant are a significant source of several nutrients, including calcium, phosphorus and dietary fiber. Alfalfa may also be an effective treatment for high-cholesterol levels. There are several medical conditions that preclude the use of alfalfa; consult a health-care professional before taking any nutritional supplement.



If you are pregnant or breast feeding, do not consume alfalfa. You should also avoid alfalfa if you have a condition such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer or uterine fibroids. Alfalfa may also cause the immune system to become more active, so if you have any auto-immune disease, avoid alfalfa consumption.

Nutritional Supplement

• Shaklee Alfala Complex is a good source of calcium and phosphorus. A serving of Shaklee Alfalfa Complex contains 30 percent of your body's recommended daily calcium intake and 15 percent of your body's recommended daily phosphorus intake. Both phosphorus and calcium are important contributors to bone strength, tooth strength and proper muscle function. Calcium is also implicated in the secretion of enzymes, secretion of hormones and blood vessel function, while phosphorus helps maintain functioning of the kidneys, heartbeat regularity, and nerve conduction.

Lower Cholesterol

• Alfalfa, also known as medicago sativa, is an herb that is commonly used in folk medicine. According to the National Institutes of Health, alfalfa may be effective for lowering total cholesterol and low-density lipid (LDL) cholesterol in individuals with high cholesterol levels. Alfalfa works by preventing the gastrointestinal tract from initially absorbing cholesterol. Shaklee Alfalfa Complex contains 2.85g of alfalfa per serving.

Other Purported Benefits

• The National Institutes of Health indicate that there is insufficient evidence to determine whether alfalfa is an effective treatment for any other health problems. Despite potential claims of alfalfa retailers there is no evidence that alfalfa can effectively treat problems with any organ, asthma, arthritis, diabetes, upset stomach, or any other health condition.