HISTORY OF ALFALFA...
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a common plant from the pea family and is one of the oldest and most cultivated crops in history. References to alfalfa date back to early Roman, Greek and Chinese cultures. It is believed to have played an important role in these and other early civilizations.
Alfalfa has been used a food and a medicinal herb for centuries. It is believed to treat digestive disorders, arthritis and kidney problems. It is a main source of food for livestock including horses, goats and dairy cows, and is also considered to be a galagtagogue , helping to increase the breast milk supply for nursing mothers.
Health Benefits and Uses of Alfalfa
- Alfalfa is highly nutritious. It contains many vitamins and minerals and it's rich in antioxidants. It is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and a good source of protein and fiber.
- It is a primary source of food for dairy animals so it is an important part of the production of milk, cheese, ice cream and other dairy products.
- It is used to improve the milk supply for breastfeeding mothers.
- It has been used to stimulate digestion.
- It is believed to decrease inflammation in the body.
- It has been used to treat high blood pressure.
- It is thought to regulate blood sugar levels.
- It may lower cholesterol.
- It has been used as a diuretic.
- Chlorophyll found in Alfalfa is believed to clean, heal and detoxify the blood.
- Alfalfa has a long history of use in women's health. It has been consumed by nursing mothers for many years to help with the production of breast milk. When taken in moderation, alfalfa is considered safe and nutritious.
If you choose to add alfalfa to your diet during pregnancy, it should be stopped a few weeks before the birth of your baby to help prevent an overabundant milk supply.
Alfalfa does enter the breast milk and is safe for the baby, however, too much alfalfa can cause you or your baby to develop diarrhea. This can be prevented by introducing alfalfa into your diet gradually. - Alfalfa is a common and nutritious herb that is believed to be safe when used in moderation. Packed with vitamins and minerals, it's a healthy addition to your diet as long as you don't overdo it.
- Resting adequately
- Drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day
- Eating a nutritious diet
- Choosing a night time sleeping arrangement that allows for the best sleep for all involved
- Nursing frequently
- Smoking
- Allergy medications
- Sleeping on your stomach – compressing the breasts at night
- Wearing a bra that is too tight
- Wearing a sling with the rings pressing back against the breast instead up near the shoulder
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