Alfalfa is a medicinal plant, also known as real alfalfa, violet flower alfalfa or Meadows-Melon that is highly nutritious, helps improve intestinal function, decrease water retention and alleviate menopause symptoms, for example.
The scientific name of Alfafa is Medicago sativa and can be found in its natural form in health food stores, pharmacies and in some open markets, or in its prepared form for salads in some markets and supermarkets.
- Alfalfa is rich in proteins.
- Fiber.
- Vitamins and minerals.
- As well as diuretic.
- Digestive.
- Soothing.
- Purifying.
- Antiaemic.
- Antioxidant and hypolipidemia properties.
- Therefore.
- Alfalfa can be used to:.
In addition, alfalfa is rich in phytoestrogens, which are substances with estrogen-like activity, making them effective in relieving menopause symptoms, for example.
Alfalfa is a very nutritious outbreak, with little amount of calories, that has a delicate taste and must be consumed raw, thus taking advantage of all its nutrients and benefits. Thus, the leaves and roots of alfalfa can be consumed in salads, soups, as a side of natural sandwiches and in the form of juices or teas for example.
One way to consume alfalfa is to use tea, using approximately 20 mg of dried leaves and plant root in 500 ml of boiling water. Leave on for about 5 minutes, then strain and drink up to 3 times a day.
Alfalfa is not recommended for people with autoimmune diseases, such as disseminated lupus erythematosus and people treated with anticoagulants, such as aspirin or warfarin, for example. In addition, pregnant or nursing women should also not consume alfalfa, as it may alter the menstrual cycle and milk production.
While no side effects related to alfalfa have been reported, it is important to be consumed following the advice of the nutritionist, as it is possible to obtain the maximum benefits that this medicinal plant can offer.