Alfalfa has been used medicinally for over 1,500 years. Few herbs are as nutrient-rich as Alfalfa. It is full of vitamins, including A, B6, B12, C, D, E, and K, as well as minerals, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and potassium. It is rich in chlorophyll and protein, and actually contains over 300 nutrients and phytonutrients. Alfalfa provides certain enzymes that are helpful for efficiently digesting food, and has been used for thousands of years in China to cleanse the digestive system and assist with digestive problems. Alfalfa leaf saponins can also help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, and Alfalfa has helpful antioxidant and healthy inflammation-response properties