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Alfalfa

BASIC INFORMATION

Biological name (genus and species):
Medicago sativa
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Leaves
Petals/flower
Sprouts
Chemicals this herb contains:
Proteins
Vitamins A, B, D, K

KNOWN EFFECTS

  • Provides useful proteins and vitamins for dietary use.
  • Stimulates menstruation.
  • Stimulates milk production in lactating women.

    Miscellaneous information:

  • Alfalfa is usually compressed into capsules or brewed as tea.

    UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS

  • Treats arthritis.
  • Treats unusual bleeding.
  • Lowers cholesterol.

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

    Don't take if you:

  • Take anti-coagulants, such as warfarin sodium (Coumadin) or heparin.
  • Have lupus erythematosus.

    Consult your doctor if you:

  • Have any bleeding disorder.

    Pregnancy:

  • Pregnant women should experience no problems taking usual amounts as part of a balanced diet. Other products extracted from this herb have not been proved to cause problems.

    Breast-feeding:

  • Breast-fed infants of lactating mothers should experience no problems when mother takes usual amounts as part of a balanced diet. Other products extracted from this herb have not been proved to cause problems.

    Infants and children:

  • Treating infants and children under 2 with any herbal preparation is hazardous.

    Others:

  • None expected if you are beyond childhood and under 45, basically healthy and take for only a short time.
  • Alfalfa sprouts eaten in large amounts may cause one form of anemia.

    Storage:

  • Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from children.

    Safe dosage:

  • At present no "safe" dosage has been established.

    TOXICITY

    Generally regarded as safe when taken in appropriate
    quantities for short periods of time.

    ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS

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