Alfalfa seeds can provide a broad spectrum of nutrition with a vast array of vitamins and minerals.
Details: The Arabic word Alfalfa means "father of plants". It is considered the richest land source of trace minerals. Rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients Alfalfa makes an amazing herbal remedy. Consuming alfalfa seeds as a whole food provides the most natural form of this multifaceted plant. Because they are so small, the sprouts contain a concentrated amount of certain vitamins and minerals such as calcium, vitamin K and vitamin C. Alfalfa sprouts contain just 8 calories and 0 grams of fat per cup. One cup of alfalfa sprouts supplies 2.7 milligrams of the 75 to 90 milligrams of vitamin C you need each day for a strong immune system and healthy skin. A serving of alfalfa sprouts supplies sufficient amounts of bone-building calcium and potassium for healthy muscles and a normal heart beat. You also get doses of magnesium, iron, folate and vitamin A from a serving of alfalfa sprouts.
