How to Buy Alfalfa

Alfalfa is a herb that is rich in chlorophyll and high in protein and nutrients. It is known to help with a variety of health issues such as high cholesterol, digestive issues and arthritis. Alfalfa comes in many forms such as seeds, sprouts, tea leaves, supplements and juice; the key to buying this herb is choosing the form that best meets your needs. You can find alfalfa at local growers or green markets, grocery or health food stores or online. You can even grow it yourself.

Instructions

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  Go to your local green or farmer's market and buy alfalfa fresh. Local markets will have starter plants or containers of sprouts. Look for brightly colored seeds that look firm and fresh. Do not buy plants that appear brown, mushy or wilted.
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  Purchase alfalfa juice from a local grocery store or health food market. Select juice that is 100 percent natural or organic with no added ingredients like sugar or salt. Alfalfa juice is potent; mix it with carrot juice for a better taste.
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  Buy seeds online and grow your own sprouts. Growing your own is more cost-effective because you can eat your alfalfa directly from the plant as you need it. Follow the directions on the packaging for your planting zone.
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  Obtain supplements from a vitamin or health food store, either locally or online. Supplements last a long time and require no preparation. Follow the directions on the bottle for dosages.
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  Buy alfalfa tea leaves or teabags from a health food store. Leaves take a little more time to brew, as you must boil them in water for one hour and then strain them. Bags are less potent, but you can make tea with them quickly. Buy organic whenever possible, as fewer pesticides are used in growing it.

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