Health Benefits of Alfalfa

Health Benefits of Alfalfa

Alfalfa is an herbaceous legume that grows perennially; and with its roots penetrating to 20 feet or more into the ground, Alfalfa is fortified with a rich source of nutrients which may not be found near the ground's surface. Centuries ago, the Arabs used alfalfa as feed for their horses, because they claimed that it made the animals "swift and strong". In time, they discovered the benefits in their own lives, and consequently they named the grass Al Fal Fa - "Father of Foods". 

Alfalfa contains some 300 natural nutrients and phytonutrients. Further, alfalfa is a good source of proteins as it is composed of 50% alfalfa protein. 

It is rich in vitamins, which include beta carotene, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, C, E and K. Alfalfa is also a good source of minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and sulphur.It is also a natural source of amino acids, and provides rich sources of the nine essential amino acids.Moreover, alfalfa also contains phytonutrients such as saponins, octasonols and isoflavones, which are responsible for some of the curative effects. 
( There are nine essential amino acids, namely: Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan and Valine).The good news is that the full benefits of alfalfa can be achieved by the intake of alfalfa supplements.Intake of alfalfa supplements offers a wide range of health benefits, including:

Reducing of bad cholesterol 
Promoting liver health 
Detoxifying the body of harmful toxins in the blood 
Reduction of blood sugar levels 
Relieving muscle and joint pains 
Alleviating menopausal symptoms and side effects 
Increasing energy levels 
Reducing fatigue due to vitamin and mineral deficiencies 
And many more benefits.

Alfalfa is one of the richest sources of calcium, magnesium, potassium, beta-carotene, and vitamin K.

Traditionally used as a springtime tonic, alfalfa is good for promoting health all year.
Allergies (Food)
Anaemia
Aneurysm
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Antioxidant
Appetite (deficient)
Appetite Stimulant
Arthritis
Asthma
Bell's Palsy
Bladder Disorders
Blood Clotting Disorders
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Boils
Breast Cancer 
Breast Milk (increases)
Bursitis
Cancer (natural therapy)
Cervical Cancer
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Colon (general remedies for)
Cough
Convalescence
Cystic Fibrosis
Diuresis (Increasing Urination)
Dyspepsia
Endometriosis
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Glandular Problems (general)
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Hay Fever
Increasing Breast Milk
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Menopausal Symptoms
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Thrombocytopenic Purpura (a purplish discoloration of the skin produced by small bleeding vessels 
near the surface)
Uterine Stimulant 
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