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Alfalfa: Benefits, Nutrition Facts & Side Effects

If You Have An Autoimmune Disorder

There have been reported cases of alfalfa supplements causing the reactivation of lupus in some people. This effect is believed to be as a result of possible immune-stimulating effects of the amino acid, L-cavanine, which is found in alfalfa.

Therefore, it is best and advised that those who have lupus [9] or some autoimmune disorders avoid it.

If You are Pregnant

Because raw alfalfa sprouts and supplement products derived from alfalfa seeds come with potential food safety risks (such as serving as a reservoir for the food or e pathogens like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella), pregnant people should avoid these products.