Research has found that diets high in canavanine, an amino acid found in alfalfa, can aggravate the disease lupus. However, canavanine is usually only found in the seeds and sprouts of alfalfa but not in mature leaves. Thus, alfalfa tea and capsules made from leaves are not expected to co...
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Alfalfa is usually safe in its natural form. However, the amino acid L-canavanine, present in alfalfa seeds and sprouts, has been displayed to trigger lupus flare-ups in patients with a history of the disease. As for the herb’s effects on estrogen, some specialists warn that excessive alf...
An amino acid, L-canavanine, is found in alfalfa sprouts and can activate the immune system and increase inflammation in lupus patients. Additional side effects include a potential blood-thinning effect. If you are taking warfarin (Coumadin), the high vitamin K content of alfalfa might make it...
The consumption of alfalfa in the form of seeds, sprouts, and protein concentrates is on the rise, attributed to its rich content of protein, fats, ash, dietary fiber, trace elements, essential polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids), and bioactive compounds like phenolic ...
Effects of dietary cabbage, Brussels sprouts, Illicium verum, Schizandra chinensis and alfalfa on the benzo[alpha]pyrene metabolic system in mouse liver. Hendrich S,Bjeldanes L F. Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research ...
In addition, alfalfa is well known for its superior contents of vitamins (A, C, E, and K), protein and minerals, such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and iron6. Its seed sprouts and tender tips contain all these nutrients but few calories and are often used as edible vegetables (e....