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Keep ReadingAlfalfa Herb (Medicago sativa)
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Medicago sativa
COMMON NAMES
Alfalfa, Lucerne
DESCRIPTION
Belonging to the pea family, this plant is often used as cattle feed.
Traditionally used as a nutritional support for blood sugar and cholesterol, as well as supporting those experiencing the menopause.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose chopped dried herb.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Infusion: 1 teaspoon of herb to a cup of cold water. Pour boiling water over the herb and leave to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired. Drink 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
CAUTIONS
It may be best to avoid alfalfa supplements if you have an oestrogen dependent illness or are prone to auto-immune disease such as lupus.
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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