2000+ Alfalfa Seeds Organic-G074-Perennial

2000+ Alfalfa Seeds Organic-G074-Perennial

Description:

Alfalfa, also called lucerne, is a perennial flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is cultivated as an important forage crop in many countries around the world. It is used for grazing, hay, and silage, as well as a green manure and cover crop. The name alfalfa is used in North America. Alfalfa normally live four to eight years, but can live more than 20 years, depending on variety and climate.

The plant grows to a height of up to 1 metre (3 feet 3 inches), and has a deep root system, sometimes growing to a depth of more than 15 m (49 ft) to reach groundwater.

Uses and Benefits: Alfalfa is typically consumed by humans as an herbal supplement or in the form of alfalfa sprouts. Because the leaves or seeds are sold as herbal supplements and not foods, there is no standard nutrition information available. However, they are typically high in vitamin K and also contain many other nutrients, including vitamin C, copper, manganese and folate.

Alfalfa sprouts contain the same nutrients and are also very low in calories. For example, 1 cup (33 grams) of alfalfa sprouts contains a mere 8 calories. It also contains the following (2): Vitamin K: 13% of the RDI. Vitamin C: 5% of the RDI. Copper: 3% of the RDI. Manganese: 3% of the RDI. Folate: 3% of the RDI. Thiamin: 2% of the RDI. Riboflavin: 2% of the RDI. Magnesium: 2% of the RDI. Iron: 2% of the RDI. A cup also contains 1 gram of protein and 1 gram of carbs, which comes from fiber. Alfalfa also has a high content of bioactive plant compounds. They include saponins, coumarins, flavonoids, phytosterols, phytoestrogens and alkaloids 

BOTTOM LINE: Alfalfa contains vitamin K and small amounts of many other vitamins and minerals. It is also high in many bioactive plant compounds. Alfalfa May Help Lower Cholesterol Alfalfa’s cholesterol-lowering ability is its best studied health benefit to date. Numerous studies in monkeys, rabbits and rats have shown that it can lower blood cholesterol levels (3Trusted Source, 4Trusted Source, 5, 6). A few small studies have also confirmed this effect in humans. One study of 15 people found that on average, eating 40 grams of alfalfa seeds 3 times per day decreased total cholesterol by 17% and “bad” LDL cholesterol by 18% after 8 weeks 

Another small study of only 3 volunteers also found that 160 grams of alfalfa seeds per day could decrease total blood cholesterol levels (6). This effect is attributed to its high content of saponins, which are plant compounds known to lower cholesterol levels. They do this by decreasing the absorption of cholesterol in the gut and increasing the excretion of compounds used to create new cholesterol

The human studies done so far are too small to be conclusive, but they show promise for alfalfa as a treatment for high cholesterol. It is one of the most popular, nutritious & delicious of all sprouting seeds. Alfalfa sprouts are very tasty, with a sweet, nut-like flavor. Alfalfa sprouts are what people typically think of when you mention sprouts. They are the ones you commonly see at a salad bar. Rich in phytochemicals, they protect against cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis and fibrocystic breast disease. They stimulate natural killer cell activity, which strengthens the immune system. What's more, they are beneficial in reducing symptoms of PMS and menopause, including hot flashes. Furthermore, they contain high concentrations of antioxidants, the body's defense against the destruction of DNA which is the cause of aging. Alfalfa sprouts are abundant sources of vitamins A, B, C, E and K, the minerals calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and zinc. Also carotene, chlorophyll, amino acids and trace elements. They contain 35% protein. of alfalfa seed produces 10-14 pounds of sprouts. Alfalfa sprouts are very easy to grow, and they are ready to harvest after only four days. Because they are so familiar, alfalfa sprouts make a great introduction for families that want to integrate more sprouts into the routine. The familiar all-time favourite Mild-mannered sprout, popular in salads High in phytoestrogens Good choice for beginner sprout growers Certified Organic!