Alfalfa Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Organic

Alfalfa has long been recognized as a powerhouse of nutrients with high levels of antioxodants. Used by nursing women and to relieve symptoms of menstrual disorders, menopause, arthritis, urinary problems, and high cholesterol.Take charge of your own healing! The plant world is bursting with herbs that have powerful healing effects and are simple to use. If you can't grow your own, Azure has you covered. Now is a good time to pursue learning how to reap the incredible benefits of simple herbs that can be made into teas, poultices, tinctures, salves, and balms.  

• Good source of minerals, vitamins and chlorophyll
• Contains phytoestrogens, specifically the isoflavones - genistein and diadzein
• 100% Certified Organic Alfalfa leaf, cut-and-sifted
• Non-GMO
• We guarantee that this product has NEVER been irradiated or fumigated with ethylene oxide gas
• Product does NOT contain dairy, wheat, gluten, peanuts, soy or corn allergens.
• Packaged in re-sealable, temperature and chemical resistant, lower air permeability, food-grade bags
• Grown in the Pacific Northwest
• The roots of this organic alfalfa grow deep into fertile organic soils to convey many essential nutrients to the leafy tops, and are harvested at maturity to ensure high quality plant material.  

Botanical Name: Medicago sativa

Suggested Use: This leaf is suitable for the following preparations:

• tea
• infusion
• extract/tincture

Background & Use: The name alfalfa is derived from the Arabic word al-fac-facah, meaning "father of all foods." Historically, Arabs used alfalfa to feed horses because it was believed that this nutritious herb could make horses stronger. Medicinally, alfalfa has a widespread use and has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and by Indonesians and North American Indians.

Leaf and tops are the same product.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The Contraindications and Potential Drug Interactions information provided on this website is not intended to be all-inclusive. A health care professional should be consulted regarding the use of herbal products. Always keep your Doctor or other healthcare professional informed about the herbal and other dietary supplement products that you are taking.