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The first documented use by the Chinese dates back
to the 6th century. Chinese healers use alfalfa for kidney stones
and normal water retention. First discovered by the Arabs, who
dubbed this valuable plant the "father of all foods", the leaves of
the alfalfa plant are rich in minerals including calcium, magnesium,
potassium, and carotene to support the heart and normal cellular
division. English herbalist John Gerard recommended alfalfa
for upset stomachs. Noted biologist and author Frank Bouer
discovered that the leaves of this remarkable legume contain eight
essential amino acids. Alfalfa is suggested to be a good cleanser
and a natural diuretic. This versatile herb is also a folk remedy
for joint stress, and is reputed to be an excellent appetite
stimulant and overall tonic. Unfortunately, most westerners regard
alfalfa as cattle fodder and therefore rarely take advantage of the
beneficial properties of this common plant.
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Alfalfa is useful in the support of urinary tract
health including kidney, bladder and prostrate. Detoxifies the body,
especially the liver. Alfalfa has estrogenic properties and
therefore helps support the female cycle.
Alfalfa is also known
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