PubMed Studies
228
About
Alfalfa rich in Vitamin K, phytoestrogens, saponins, and chlorophyll. Used for cholesterol and menopausal support.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Exceptionally high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, polyphenols, or phytochemicals relative to caloric content provide broad nutritional and antioxidant coverage. Bioactive compounds activate multiple protective pathways including Nrf2, NF-kB inhibition, and AMPK activation.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Autoimmune disease (SLE): may worsen due to L-canavanine. Warfarin interaction (Vitamin K).
🇪🇺 EU Health Claims Status
Art.13(1)
✓ AuthorisedNon-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this food is not sufficiently characterised for a scientific assessment of this claimed effect and the claim could not therefore be substantiated.
Regulation EU 1924/2006 · ART13 1
🏷️ Other Names
Medicago sativa