Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Alfalfa? Isn't That Horse Food 'er Sumthin'?

All right, so maybe alfalfa is a pretty common form of horse fodder – and yes, everyone knows it. However, this marvelous little plant is also an incredibly potent medicinal herb. Packed to the brim with nutrients like chlorophyll, vitamins A and K, protein, and a handful of minerals, this healing herb has long been a favorite among herbalists. It is frequently used to treat digestive and joint ailments, lung and skin conditions. It can be found, surprisingly, in pill form supplements, but may also be made into teas or placed into a number of recipes.

For more details on the marvelous alfalfa plant and information on how to use it, give these articles a look:

Healing Herbs: Alfalfa

How to Use Medicinal Herbs: Alfalfa

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