How to Benefit From Alfalfa

Alfalfa is a mineral and vitamin rich food for farm animals; however, it is also a centuries old natural medicine for humans. Quickly regaining recognition in the United States, alfalfa and all of it's benefits are now available in tea, dried and supplement form.

Things You'll Need

• Alfalfa (fresh, tea or capsules)

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Instructions

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  Benefit from alfalfa by boosting your daily supply of vitamins and minerals. Alfa contains vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin U, vitamin B6, vitamin D, calcium, iron, manganese, potassium, phosphorus, chloride and silicon.

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  Treat peptic ulcers and colitis with the healing benefits of vitamin U, found in alfalfa and other green leafy vegetables. Vitamin U increases the function of enzymes in the intestine to ease digestion and elimination while reducing the secretion of acids in the stomach.

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  Add alfalfa to a high cholesterol diet as studies have shown that it lowers bad cholesterol without affecting good cholesterol. To treat high cholesterol, 5 to 10g of dried leaves in capsule form is recommended three times daily.

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  Improve digestion, as alfalfa contains eight different enzymes which help the body to break down proteins, fats, sugars and starches. Additionally, alfalfa contains chlorophyll, vitamins and minerals, all which stimulate appetite and promote a healthy digestive tract.

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  Get a number of alfalfa benefits while pregnant, as tablets can be used to ease morning sickness, soothe heartburn, reduce constipation and even help to treat and prevent anemia. Research shows that taking alfalfa regularly during pregnancy also raises the levels of vitamin K which in turn helps to reduce bleeding after giving birth.