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Alfalfa
Named by the arabs as the al fal fa (father of all foods) , they found it to be a highly strengthening food both for themselves and their racehorses. The tiny alfalfa seed produces one of the most nutritionally concentrated sprouts available.
Category: Sprouts
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Can be purchased already sprouted or made easily at home in a sprouting jar.
To Store:
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Tips & Tricks:
Use in salads and sandwiches for added nutrients . Can be made all year round but the body will benefit most when consumed in Spring.
Cooking Tips:
To make sprouts use a sprouting jar or jar with gauze stretched over the opening. Soak 3 tablespoons of alfalfa seeds in at least 200ml of water and leave for 6 hours. Rinse and drain twice a day for 6 days until they have completely sprouted.

Nutrition per 0.5 Cup:

Energy (kJ):
15.9
Protein (g):
0.56
Saturated Fat, g :
0.0
Vitamin C:
Amines:
Low
Glutamates:
n/a
Carbohydrates, g:
0.09
Fat (g):
0.05
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.0
Vitamin K:
Salicylates:
High

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Cold and Flus
Fluid Retention
Detoxifying
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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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