{"product_id":"organic-alfalfa-leaf","title":"Alfalfa Leaf, Organic","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOrganic Alfalfa Leaf\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMedicago sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa is a classic \u003cstrong\u003enutritive herb\u003c\/strong\u003e that has long been valued in traditional herbalism as a nourishing botanical tonic. Its leafy green plant material naturally contains an array of plant constituents, including chlorophyll, saponins and naturally occurring \u003cstrong\u003ephytoestrogens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa is one of those foundational herbs we appreciate for whole-body nourishment rather than for one single purpose. Health Canada recognizes its traditional use in herbal medicine as a \u003cstrong\u003enutritive tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e and also recognizes Alfalfa as a source of antioxidants. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Keep It on Our Shelves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe keep Alfalfa on our shelves because it is a beautifully \u003cstrong\u003enutritive, nourishing herb\u003c\/strong\u003e with a long history of use as a traditional herbal tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts naturally occurring phytoestrogens and other plant constituents make Alfalfa an interesting and versatile botanical, while its gentle, leafy character makes it an easy addition to nutritive herbal blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor us, Alfalfa is about \u003cstrong\u003enourishment, replenishment and foundational wellness\u003c\/strong\u003e — the kind of herb that reminds us that sometimes herbalism isn't about targeting one symptom, but about giving the body nutritional support from plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa has traditionally been used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutritive and general wellness support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal nourishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting overall vitality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProviding naturally occurring plant antioxidants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutritive herbal tea blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral tonic support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Alfalfa Leaf\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 teaspoons of cut-and-sifted Alfalfa Leaf to 8 ounces of freshly boiled water.\u003c\/strong\u003eCover and steep for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, then strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa has a mild, green, grassy and slightly earthy flavor. It works well alone or blended with other nutritive herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Alfalfa contains phytoestrogens and vitamin K, it isn't appropriate for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you take blood-thinning medication, birth-control medication, hormone therapy, or are undergoing treatment for a hormone-sensitive condition. People with systemic lupus erythematosus should also avoid medicinal Alfalfa use. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone undergoing cancer treatment should discuss Alfalfa with their oncology team before using it\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly with hormone-sensitive cancers or treatments where herbal interactions are a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Certified Organic Alfalfa Leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMedicago sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frontier Co-op\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic • USDA Organic • Certified Kosher • Pareve • Non-Irradiated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild • Green • Grassy • Earthy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFDA Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 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