Alfalfa has been used by the Chinese for thousands of years to treat kidney stones, and to alleviate fluid retention in the body and swelling on limbs.

It is a perennial herb that grows throughout the world in a variety of climates. It grows to about three feet and has violet flowers that bloom from late summer to early fall.

The Arabs called the plant the “father of all foods”. They fed it to their horses claiming it made the animals fast and healthy.

The leaves of the plant are rich in minerals and nutrients, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and carotene.

Alfalfa is also rich in protein, vitamins E and K. The plant extract is used by food producers as a source of chlorophyll and carotene.

The leaves contain eight essential amino acids. It is a good laxative and a natural diuretic. It is useful in treating urinary tract infections, kidney, bladder and prostrate disorders.

It alkalizes and detoxifies the body, especially the liver. Alfalfa promotes pituitary gland function and contains an anti-fungus agent.