Is ALFALFA grown in the Philippines?!
Question:
Is ALFALFA grown in the Philippines?
Alfalfa is a herbal plant and I'm interested to know of its medicinal uses; if it is grown in the Philippines, its local name.
How to propagate this plant.
Answers:
Alfalfa is grown across the united states and made into bales of hay to feed horses, cattle, sheep, etc. and has many uses. It is also known as Chilean Clover, Father of All Foods, Buffalo Grass, Buffalo Herb, Purple Medic, Lucerne.
The parts of alfalfa used by human consumption are the Leaves and sprouting seeds (i.e. Alfalfa sprouts on salads and sandwiches).
Alfalfa sprouts contain more protein than corn and wheat, and is one of the richest sources of vitamins and trace minerals, such as the necessary selenium, being high in vitamins A, D, E, and K. Alfalfa can ben taken as a tea, blended in drinks, capsules, etc.
Alfalfa eliminates retained water, relieves urinary and bowel problems, and helps in treating those recovering from narcotic and alcohol addiction. It is also useful for rebuilding the body after serious or prolonged illness or weakness, stimulates milk production, eases morning sickness (by helping to balance the hormones), for cleansing the blood, and to lower cholesterol levels. Alfalfa is used in treating anemia, gout, arthritis, fatigue, insomnia, kidneys, peptic ulcers, pituitary problems, stimulating the appetite, regulating diabetes, and for building general health. The Chinese have used alfalfa to treat kidney stones for centuries. Alfalfa sprouts contain more protein than corn and wheat, and is one of the richest sources of vitamins and trace minerals, such as the necessary selenium, being high in vitamins A, D, E, and K.
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