
Folk remedy for arthritis, diabetes, asthma, and hay fever.
Detoxifies the body and contains Vitamin K.
Possibly lowers cholesterol and blood sugar.
Taking alfalfa seeds may cause extra sensitivity to the sun.
Alfalfa pills along with estrogen birth control pills may lower their effectiveness.
It may mimic lupus erythematosus symptoms and should not be taken by people with lupus.
A way to add alfalfa to your diet is by eating it as sprouts. You can add alfalfa sprouts to your diet in many ways, such as in a sandwich or mixed into a salad. You can buy them at health food stores or sprout them at home. Here’s how: Add 2 tablespoons of alfalfa seeds to a bowl, jar, or sprouter and cover them with 2–3 times the amount of cool water. Let them soak overnight or for 8–12 hours. Drain and rinse the sprouts well with cool water. Drain them again, removing as much water as possible. Store the sprouts out of direct sunlight and at room temperature for 3 days. Rinse and drain them thoroughly every 8–12 hours. On day 4, relocate the sprouts to an area with indirect sunlight to allow for photosynthesis. Continue to rinse and drain them well every 8–12 hours. On day 5 or 6, your sprouts are ready to eat.
*****Be mindful of the high risk of bacterial contamination. It’s a good idea to take precautions to ensure the sprouts are grown and stored in safe conditions.