Of the mineral elements, alfalfa is rich in magnesium, silicon, iron, chlorine, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc. Alfalfa blue contains high quality vegetable protein.
Useful properties of alfalfa
Alfalfa-based medicines are used to treat a wide variety of diseases. This herb is used in both traditional pharmacology and folk medicine. It has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal action, promotes wound healing. Alfalfa also benefits from being a mild diuretic and laxative that is not addictive and has no harmful side effects. It is capable of lowering blood sugar levels, which has made it a valuable antidiabetic ingredient.
What else is alfalfa useful for? It helps against anemia, is useful for disorders of the thyroid gland and hormonal disorders, with exhaustion, depression and insomnia, impaired performance and decreased immunity.
Application
Basically, alfalfa grass is used in agricultural technology and the national economy as a medicinal raw material, as well as a fodder crop. It is sown on pastures, harvested as fodder for livestock, hay and silage are made. Alfalfa is used both in natural form and mixed with various cereals and other forage crops. Sometimes used in cooking – fresh green shoots are added to vitamin salads, soups or vegetable dishes.
