Nutritional value of alfalfa seedlings;
Alfalfa seedlings are also called alfalfa buds. It is the smallest legume, and its protein content is higher than other legumes. It contains minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, potassium and magnesium, vitamins A, b 1, b2, b6, b 12, C, E and K, and various amino acids and enzymes. Alfalfa bud contains 1.5 times as much as corn or wheat.
Therapeutic effect of alfalfa seedlings;
Alfalfa buds are rich in natural plant sex hormones, which can prevent breast cancer, cervical cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Alfalfa bud has the effects of regulating intestine, invigorating stomach, diuresis and detoxification, and has a remarkable improvement on urinary calculi. It can prevent hepatitis, especially hepatitis B. Alfalfa bud can improve hypertension, treat gastrointestinal bleeding, improve bronchitis and inhibit the growth of mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is also very effective in improving arthritis, rough skin and dark spots. Alfalfa bud contains 8 kinds of enzymes, which can help human digestion and absorption, decompose fatty acids, help blood coagulation and promote oxidation in the body.
Edible taboos of alfalfa seedlings;
People with gout should not eat alfalfa sprouts. People with rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis should not eat alfalfa. Patients with lupus erythematosus should not eat too much alfalfa sprouts, because alfalfa sprouts may induce more hyperacidity and worsen the condition.