Used for herbal healing, herbal remedies or for wiccan supplies.
Medicago sativa
Description: Alfalfa is one of the best natural sources of vitamin K. This herbal supplement helps blood to clot by moving calcium into proteins that form a microscopic net to capture red blood cells. Vitamin K likewise helps bones to knit by working with vitamin D and glutamic acid to activate osteocalcin.
The combination of these three nutrients is essential to building good bone. Your body can't use calcium without it. Alfalfa not only helps keep calcium in bones, it helps keep calcium out of the linings of arteries.
Typical Preparations:
Alfalfa sprouts are found in groceries and salad bars. Capsules or tables containing alfalfa leaves or seeds as well as the bulk powdered herb are found in health food stores.
The usual dose of alfalfa for tea is 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup, steeped in boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes. Capsules and tablets of whole alfalfa should be taken according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Medicinal Precautions: The biggest risk in using alfalfa is eating sprouts grown in contaminated water. This is also the simplest risk to avoid. Avoid limp or smelly sprouts, and rinse sprouts before use.
If you are taking anti-rejection drugs for kidney transplant, don't use any form of alfalfa. The herbs and the medications you need to benefit from the transplant simply may not mix.
There is no need to panic if you are a transplant patient and you have been using alfalfa products because the risk of adverse reaction is low. The reason not to use alfalfa is that while the risk of damage to the kidneys is very remote, it is also very serious.
Magickal Associations: Used for wiccan or pagan spell supply. To take hold, Protection from Negativity, Health
What you receive: Herb that has been cut & sifted or ground and comes in a food grade poly Ziploc baggie to retain freshness.
