Calcium and other nutrients.  It is beneficial for all ailments because of its vitality and nutrient  properties.

We are talking about... Alfalfa.  That's right!  A perennial herb that grows to a height of three feet with three-lobed leaves, blue violet or yellow flowers and spiraling seedpods.

     Alfalfa was used anciently as a miracle herb.  The main uses of alfalfa were to treat arthritis, boils, cancer, scurvy, urinary tract disorders, and bowel problems.  It is also an immune-system stimulant

that promotes normal blood clotting.  It also aids in the assimilation of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, and is an excellent blood purifier.  Alfalfa alkalizes and detoxifies the body.   It is also thought to neutralize the acidity of the body and break down carbon dioxide. It aids in the healing of a variety of illnesses, including intestinal ulcers, gastritis, liver disorders, hemorrhoids, bleeding gums, asthma, high blood pressure, eczema, anemia, constipation, body and breath odor, infections, muscle spasms, cramps, digestive problems, burns, athlete's foot, and cancer.  It is a very good spring tonic, it eliminates retained water.  It  helps in treating recuperative cases of narcotic and alcohol addictions.

     Alfalfa contains valuable minerals and vitamins.  It is thought to contain all the vitamins and minerals known to man.  It also has high levels of chlorophyll, and it is thought to be balanced for complete

absorption in the body.  Alfalfa is high in vitamin A, which helps in the prevention of arthritis and is essential for healthy skin and mucous membranes.  It is high in vitamin E, which is essential for a

healthy heart.  It is high in vitamin D, which increases the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the body.  Alfalfa also contains vitamin K, which is necessary for blood clotting and may

help prevent osteoporosis.  It contains vitamin B12, which may help strengthen the nervous system.  It is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, chlorine, sodium, silicon, magnesium, B1 and B2.  It is also high in protein and contains eight of the essential amino acids.

     Considerations for use - Alfalfa is not recommended as  primary treatment for any condition, Instead, it should be taken in capsules or eaten as fresh raw sprout that have been rinsed thoroughly to remove mold.  Alfalfa seeds should never be eaten unless sprouted because they contain high levels of the toxic amino acid canavanine.  Alfalfa is especially useful for replacing vitamin K that is depleted during treatment with a variety of drugs.  Vitamin K deficiency is common among people on antibiotics such as amoxicillin cefeclor (Ceclor), Garamycin, tetracycline as well as many others. Also with cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Prevalite, Locholest, etc. and any steroid drug taken internally, which are used to treat seizure

disorders.  It is important to take alfalfa products certified as grown organically, since the plant concentrates cadmium, copper, lead, nickel, and zinc when it is grown in contaminated soils.

     Not everyone can benefit from alfalfa.  People with hay fever or PMS should avoid it.  The immune-stimulant effects of alfalfa may be harmful for those with autoimmune disorders.  In fact,

persons with clinically inactive lupus can activate the disease by taking large doses of alfalfa tablets.  People taking prescription warfarin or other anticoagulants should also avoid it.