I was out for an evening walk with my camera and noticed that the alfalfa is growing abundantly after 5 hay cuttings this year!
I was reminded of how alfalfa herbal tea helped me recover my energy and build my blood back after having 3 babies in 25 months!
I even felt alfalfa helped me rebound after I was the very tired mother of colicky twin babies!
Alfalfa’s Strength
Alfalfa is a tonic herb and nourishes the whole body because it contains all the vitamins, minerals and trace minerals we know about. This plant only grows to less than 2′ tall, but it can put its roots down more than 25 feet into the soil. Just imagine that!
Alfalfa is a powerful healing herb with a growing reputation as a cancer preventative.
Alfalfa is loaded (really high levels) with vitamins A, B, C, D, E, K, chlorophyll, beta carotene & calcium and is a frugal way to improve health. Known to be helpful in chronic fatigue syndrome.
Vitamin K is beneficial when blood clotting properties are required.
People who have been on antibiotics such as amoxicillin, gentamycin, tetracycline, and streptomycin can benefit from this since it can restore the levels of Vitamin K which is depleted when using these antibiotics, as well as cholesterol-lowering drugs, steroids, and anti-seizure medication.
What Can Alfalfa Herb Do For Me?
This testimonial illustrates how alfalfa tea can help the often tired mother of younger children:
Got my energy back! by Jill F.
“I have eight children and have had several hemorrhages at birth and after birth. My first baby’s birth resulted in a lot of blood loss and I was prescribed iron to compensate for it. I struggled with fatigue and depression as I fought to take care of my baby girl. I remember one older mom telling me to “just get used to the fatigue: because it was part of young motherhood. I remember thinking “If this is a ‘blessing; God…please don’t give me anymore!
“For my fourth birth I used a knowledgeable home midwife who taught me about the benefits of alfalfa with its high chlorophyll. I hemorrhaged with this baby also but this time (instead of the prescription iron pills) I used alfalfa. I increased the amount daily and within just 2 weeks my hematocrit was high and I felt full of energy and health. Even my mother (who was visiting) commented on how healthy and happy I looked.”
Contraindicated in autoimmune disease (lupus) or when using blood-thinners.
Alfalfa’s Many Benefits:
- promotes healthy skin
- beneficial to combat ulcers
- used in bone & joint disorders
- tones kidneys
- used as a blood cleaner
- used for urinary tract infections
- menopausal symptoms
- breast feeding to increase milk
- endometriosis relief
- used for bladder, kidney & prostate disorders
- helps reduce allergies
- improves the appetite
- improves assimilation of protein, calcium & nutrients
- detoxification properties
- antiseptic effects
- improves liver function
- aids digestion
- builds iron in the blood without constipation
Directions To Make As Tea
With store-bought alfalfa tea bags:
Heat water in a teapot. Place a tea bag in your mug or cup and cover with hot water. Cool slightly and sip. We always refill the cup and use the bag a second time for more strengthening tea.
Alfalfa is almost always part of a pregnancy tea blend (but not in large quantities); it can also be taken in capsule form, herbal tincture, or added to food to build up your family’s reserves.
Note: Refrain from excess in pregnancy (most agree it is safe); but may use increased amounts afterwards to build the blood and iron levels.
Can You Pick Your Own Alfalfa?
If you have an unsprayed source, the best time to harvest alfalfa is when it is in bloom, and the more tender upper 1/3 of the plant is what I like to pick.
Just hang it ( group small bunches with a rubber band) upside down in a dust-free area until it crumbles easily, place it in a jar with tight fitting lid or Ziploc bag, and store it in a cool, dark place.
Make tea with the dried herb:
Place the 1-2 tsp. dried alfalfa herb and 1 – 1½ cup water in a covered pot on the stove and bring just to a boil. Turn burner off and remove from heat. After it steeps for 15 minutes, strain and serve.
Put your feet up and enjoy a moment of rest!
Medical Disclaimer: I am no longer a practicing medical professional, and I am not doctor. I am a mother. I do seek scientific confirmation of the safety and effectiveness of the herbs and remedies I use. Using remedies is a personal decision. Nothing I say on this blog is intended to treat or prevent disease. Consult your own doctor.
Esther Harper
thank you so much for sharing about the wonderful herbs! Please keep on sharing. I grew up in a home where herbs were used unfortunetly I did not learn all about them, and since than my mama has passed on. I have been having some issues with indigestion and so I am going to get me some Raspberry tea leaves. Thank You!
Jacqueline
Esther, I hope you will feel better…also apple cider vinegar will help with GERDs (acid reflux). It should relieve indigestion pretty quickly. ACV has so many uses.
JES
Wow, I NEVER knew this! I am anemic so could really use this and with all that we have… Do you brew the flowers into the tea too? And you just prepare the tea with the FRESH alfalfa cuttings (top 1/3 like you mentioned)? What a wonderful wealth of information you share with us! I just love you 🙂
Lana
I have used Yellow Dock tincture for anemia and felt better in just a few days so that is another option in addition to the alfalfa.
Jacqueline
Lana,
Thank you mentioning yellow dock in the comments. I have not found it growing locally (not even sure I could identify it), but I have heard of its power before and know it to be very helpful.
Jacqueline
Hey, JES ~
I think that the flowers are included in the cuts, being part of the top 1/3rd. I would say ‘yes’! Thank you, Lord, for my friend JES. Please help her be and feel strong and vital again, in Jesus name! You bless me so!
Morgan Family
Wow, it’s so neat to learn about all these herbs! Along with so many other important topics related to home and family. I’ve been so blessed this past year by your posts…from the one about marketing and media, to the importance of God’s word, to the story of God blessing you with children after so many years. Thank you for sharing!
Yes, I mentioned this past year….I came across your blog around a year ago. I’m not quick to leave comments on “strangers” 🙂 blogs, but decided too after being blessed so many times over!
And by way of introduction, I’m the oldest pastor’s (one of them) daughter at the church your oldest son attends when he comes to the Sunshine State! I began connecting the dots after my Dad started talking about things he’d heard about y’all’s family from your son…and then I saw a picture with him in it and new I had connected them properly! It was great to have someone visiting who loves and serves the Lord! When he showed up at church again last night, I new it was about time I leave a comment! So, if you’re ever in Florida…you now where to come for church and fellowship! lol
May God bless you as you bless others!
Charity
Jacqueline
Dear Charity,
Oh, how you have blessed me today :0
Thank God for the family of God around the world! I am thankful that you have ‘connected the dots’, so to speak, and am grateful for all the mentor-ship that Jesse and Jennie have poured into our son. He has been richly blessed by the relationship and your church home, as well! Praise God! I will tell him of this happy connection.
Blessings to you and your family. May the Lord Jesus shower you all with His power, grace, mercy, and love, new friend.
Thank you for the blessing of your sweet words. They have refreshed me this afternoon.
Please pray that the Lord would give me only what He has for me to write and none other, to His glory alone. Thank you!
Jacqueline
Charity
Praise the Lord! It’s so incredible to watch how He works as we live for Him….bringing people into our lives to encourage and learn from!
And thank YOU…you’ve blessed me again today. It’s so refreshing to see another lady following the Titus 2 pattern! 🙂 I will continue to pray for you!
(Rev. 4:11)
Luis
Alfalfa is very easy to grow.
Joy
Herbal medicine originated in China over 5,000 years back and has developed using their company ancient and indigenous cultures. Recently, herbal medicine has been embraced by western culture and also to some degree by traditional medicine, through increasing research. Herbal medicine may also be used to complement conventional medical treatments. Herbs try to balance the energies within the body that can cause illness, treating the reason rather than the symptoms of illness, stimulating the immune system and hopefully easing the symptoms to assist the body to heal itself.
Tiffany @ No Ordinary Homestead
Great post! There really are some amazingly powerful herbs out there. And something like that is definitely easy enough to grow on your own. It also makes a great cover crop for your garden to keep weeds at bay when you want to revitalize the beds.
Elisabeth
Hi Jacqueline
I am loving your blog. It is fascinating and also very beautifully presented.
I’ve just started making and using Himalayan Sol.
Are sprouted organic Alfafa seeds as good or even better?
I also sprout organic Broccoli seeds and Mung Beans.
Your opinion would be appreciated
Elisabeth (UK)
Jacqueline
Thank you!! Your words are so kind.
Oh, yes, to sprouts, Elisabeth 🙂 I think sprouting is marvelously healthy. Just one thing to watch for and avoid is any hint of mold or fungus growth. Good rinsing and not letting it go too long is best, I think. And you are wise to do organic and investigate your source.
Blessings today, new friend!
Jeannette
I need to try alfalfa! I can harvest some next summer, but will buy some now.
Jeannette
You say not to use with auto-immune disorders. What do you think about using it with Hashimotos?
Carolyn Hill
Do you happen to recommend any brand of already made alfalfa tea?
Jacqueline
Carolyn, yes, there is a pregnancy blend: https://amzn.to/33DX1nJ
And the single alfalfa herb: https://amzn.to/33H6pXX
I hope that helps! 😀
~Jacqueline
Diana
I’m just seeing this article now on a search of your website as my PCP says I have low iron. I bought the alfalfa tea you linked but am wondering how often to drink it and for how long to bring iron level up.
Jacqueline
Hi, Diana! It will depend on your body how long you need to use alfalfa. If you have a toxic load, (as with many supplements), it may just be a bandaid and never help the real underlying cause.
I would do 5-6 months and see if it helps you. If not, consider detoxing deeply and cellularly (not just the GI tract).
Our family had advanced Lyme disease and we detoxed out the underlying cause. Our immune systems were able to strengthen and rebalance. I believe long term if you detoxed, your iron and many other things would rebalance!
Have you heard of TRS or read Avalyn’s Story? https://deeprootsathome.com/avalyns-story-how-trs-a-safe-heavy-metal-detox-can-help-you-and-your-child/
This will explain how TRS can help with things like Lymes, fibromyalgia, thyroid, regressive autism, mold, seizure disorder, bedwetting and stuttering in children and other autoimmune diseases from underlying toxins and metals: https://deeprootsathome.com/heavy-metals-need-to-go-they-are-food-for-viruses-bacteria-fungi/
TRS does not heal or cure anything, but it clears the body of toxins/metals and such so the body can heal and rebalance itself as God designed it to do!
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Blessings,
Jacqueline
Charisma Fozard-Thomas
Does this help milk come in as well when a mom suffers from blood lost?
I had my son three days ago & have been taking alfalfa capsules. How much should one take?
Jacqueline
Charisma, alfalfa is a tonic herb. That means it works with the whole body.
This is a bit from the post: ““For my fourth birth I used a knowledgeable home midwife who taught me about the benefits of alfalfa with its high chlorophyll. I hemorrhaged with this baby also but this time (instead of the prescription iron pills) I used alfalfa. I increased the amount daily and within just 2 weeks my hematocrit was high and I felt full of energy and health. Even my mother (who was visiting) commented on how healthy and happy I looked.”
I would read the post again for nuance. I think you are fine to increase to 3-4 cups of tea a day. Be body aware and watch to see if it is helpful for you.
God bless you and congratulations, Mama!
Jacque
Patricia
I am curious your thoughts on what could cause a splitting headache from taking this tea? I recently purchased it after discovering from this post that it is good for blood building. However, I get a horrible headache every time I drink a cup of it. I bought the celebration herbal brand you recommended and follow the herbal steeping time. Could it be I’m allergic to alfalfa or do you think my body detoxing?
Jacqueline
I thought I had clicked save when I responded the first time. But it is gone, so basically I wrote that:
It could be detox and your body is not able to release it quickly enough. with just a cup, it seems unusualy to me that is what’s happening.
Do you know if you have the genetic defect MtHFR? https://deeprootsathome.com/poor-methylation-mthfr/
The only other thing is as you mention allergy. Did you have any rash, itching, or tummy upset? I would think that would be the more usual response.
Do a test, maybe, after a break of several days or a week, and see if you get the same response. I’d be interested to know if it happens again.
Blessings,
Jacque