ALFALFA (LUFACE) POWDER BIO 100g - rich source of chlorophyll

ALFALFA POWDER 100g
organic product from Hungary

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is part of the legume family, and while it superficially resembles clover, it is also considered a medicinal herb. Its name, “ Alfalfa,” means “father of all foods” in Arabic. It has been valued for its superior content of vitamins, minerals, and proteins , compared to other food sources.

Alfalfa has been used in Ayurveda for centuries as an effective remedy for arthritis and digestive and gastrointestinal problems. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and certain bioactive compounds that offer many benefits. Alfalfa has antioxidant, diuretic and brain-protective properties. It may help reduce cholesterol levels, improve metabolic health and relieve menopausal symptoms.

Nutritional value of Alfalfa

Alfalfa is low in calories. It is rich in vitamins, amino acids and fiber. Alfalfa contains vitamins K and C, folate, manganese, copper, riboflavin, magnesium, iron and is naturally one of the richest sources of chlorophyll .

Human health benefits of alfalfa

• May help lower cholesterol
• It may help control blood sugar levels
• May help relieve menopausal symptoms
• May help reduce cellular damage
• It can treat kidney, bladder and prostate problems.
• May help relieve asthma
• May help treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• It can heal liver damage
• It can heal the stomach
• It can help with weight loss.
• Vitamins B1 and B6 and C, calcium, iron and zinc in alfalfa can promote hair growth.
• The chlorophyll and vitamin A in alfalfa can help cleanse the skin .

How to use/dosage:

Dissolve 1 (one) teaspoon of alfalfa powder in water or juice.

Special precautions:

Alfalfa is generally considered safe.
It can boost the immune system and should be considered by those suffering from autoimmune diseases.
It can lower blood sugar, and should be taken into account by diabetics.
There is some evidence that alfalfa may act like estrogen, so it should be considered in hormone-sensitive pathological conditions.

Indicative bibliography

• Cholesterol and bile acid balance in Macaca fascicularis. Effects of alfalfa saponins.
• Alfalfa seeds lower low density lipoprotein cholesterol and apolipoprotein B concentrations in patients with type II hyperlipoproteinemia
• Evaluation of Medicago sativa L. sprouts as antihyperlipidemic and antihyperglycemic agent
• Treatment of neurovegetative menopausal symptoms with a phytotherapeutic agent
• Phytochemical and pharmacological potential of Medicago sativa: A review
• Structural, thermal, and anti-inflammatory properties of a novel pectic polysaccharide from alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) stem