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Alfalfa is one of the earliest cultivated plants, used for centuries for feeding livestock. This probably is true in part because it is easy to grow, thrives in many varied climates throughout the world, and provides an excellent protein-rich food...
Alfalfa sprouts appear on many salad bars and in the grocerys produce section. Bulk powdered herb or capsules and tablets containing Alfalfa leaves or seeds are available in pharmacies and health food stores....
A typical dose of Alfalfa for tea is 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup, steeped in boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes. Tablets and capsules of whole Alfalfa or Alfalfa extracts should be taken according to the manufacturers recommendations. Certain p...
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Alfalfa is high in vitamin content, providing beta-carotene, vitamin B-complex, vitamins C, E, and K, and can be used as a nutritional supplement.However, keep in mind that high doses of Alfalfa may present some health risks (see Safety Issu...
Alfalfa in its various forms may present some health risks. Powdered alfalfa herb, Alfalfa sprouts, and alfalfa seeds all contain L-cavanine, a substance that may cause abnormal blood cell counts, spleen enlargement, or recurrence of lupus i...
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If you are taking warfarin (Coumadin), the high vitamin K content of alfalfa might make it less effective....
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by Jackie Hart, MD
Alternative HealthQ: What is the best time of day to take vitamins? Should I take them on a full or empty stomach? I am a 34-year-old woman and I run for one hour four to five mornings per week. I try to take a multivitamin every...
Alternative HealthQ: What is the best time of day to take vitamins? Should I take them on a full or empty stomach? I am a 34-year-old woman and I run for one hour four to five mornings per week. I try to take a multivitamin every...
by Jackie Hart, MD
Q: I am a female almost 50, taking hormone replacement pills. If I take hormones, do I still need to take vitamins and calcium supplements to stay healthy?
A: This is a great question and the simple answer is "...
Q: I am a female almost 50, taking hormone replacement pills. If I take hormones, do I still need to take vitamins and calcium supplements to stay healthy?
A: This is a great question and the simple answer is "...
by Bethanne Black
If you're feeling exhausted (despite lots of sleep), have decreased energy, and seem to be unusually pale, the culprit could be some form of anemia.
Although iron-deficiency anemia is by far the most common form of anemia,...
If you're feeling exhausted (despite lots of sleep), have decreased energy, and seem to be unusually pale, the culprit could be some form of anemia.
Although iron-deficiency anemia is by far the most common form of anemia,...
Anemia is any blood disorder in which the number and/or size of the red blood cells is altered. Red blood cells—with the help of iron-containing hemoglobin—move oxygen from your lungs to bodily tissues, so any change in the size or amount of these cells a...
"The symptoms of anemia are numerous and affect many organ systems in the body," says Susan M. Lark, MD, of Stanford University, a physician specializing in women's health. "Often the symptoms seem vague and misleading to women and to their...
Iron deficiency anemia
In the United States, 20% of women of childbearing age suffer from iron-deficiency anemia, compared with only 2% of men. It can be caused by the following:
In the United States, 20% of women of childbearing age suffer from iron-deficiency anemia, compared with only 2% of men. It can be caused by the following:
- Deficiency of iron in the diet
- An accident or t...
Your doctor will conduct a full medical examination to diagnose anemia and rule out another significant illnesses. It is important to tell the doctor if you have a family history of anemia, gall bladder disease, jaundice, or an enlarged spleen. Your dieta...
The basic laboratory tests for diagnosing anemia are a complete blood count (CBC) and blood smears.
A complete blood count is performed to assess the red blood cells. It yields two important numbers:
A complete blood count is performed to assess the red blood cells. It yields two important numbers:
- Hemoglobin - the amount of iron in...
Physicians recommend a diet rich in iron for people that have iron-deficiency anemia.
Iron-rich foods include:
Iron-rich foods include:
- Beef liver
- Poultry
- Fish
- Wheat germ
- Oysters
- Dried fruit
- Iron-fortified cereals ...