Superfood Alfalfa Extract Alfalfa Powder Green Alfalfa Powder
Product Description
Alfalfa, also called lucerne and called Medicago sativa in binomial nomenclature, is a perennial flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is cultivated as an important forage crop in many countries around the world. It is used for grazing, hay, and silage, as well as a green manure and cover crop. Raw alfalfa seed sprouts are 93% water, 2% carbohydrates, 4% protein, and contain negligible fat.In a 100 gram reference amount, raw alfalfa sprouts supply 23 calories and 29% of the Daily Value of vitamin K. They are a moderate source of vitamin C, some B vitamins, phosphorus, and zinc.
Nutritional Profile
- Vitamins: Alfalfa powder is a good source of vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as several B vitamins.
- Minerals: It contains important minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
- Protein: Alfalfa is relatively high in protein compared to other plants.
- Fiber: It is a good source of dietary fiber, which can aid in digestion.
Certificate Of Analysis
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Standards
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Physical Analysis
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Description
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Green Powder
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Mesh Size
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95 % pass 80 mesh
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Ash
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≤ 5.0%
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2.85%
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Loss on Drying
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≤ 5.0%
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2.85%
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Chemical Analysis
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Heavy Metal
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≤ 10.0 mg/kg
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Pb
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≤ 2.0 mg/kg
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As
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≤ 1.0 mg/kg
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Hg
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≤ 0.1 mg/kg
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Microbiological Analysis
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Residue of Pesticide
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Negative
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Negative
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Total Plate Count
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≤ 1000cfu/g
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Yeast&Mold
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≤ 100cfu/g
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Complies
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E.coil
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Negative
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Negative
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Salmonella
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Negative
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Negative
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Benefits
- Nutrient-Rich: Alfalfa powder can help supplement a diet that may be lacking in certain nutrients.
- Antioxidant Properties: The presence of vitamins and phytonutrients may help combat oxidative stress in the body.
- Cholesterol Management: Some studies suggest that alfalfa may help lower cholesterol levels.
- Hormonal Balance: Alfalfa contains phytoestrogens, which may help balance hormones in some individuals.
- Digestive Health: The fiber content can support digestive health and regularity.
use
- Smoothies: Alfalfa powder can be added to smoothies for an extra nutrient boost.
- Baking: It can be incorporated into baked goods like muffins and bread.
- Soups and Stews: A spoonful can be added to soups or stews for added nutrition.
- Capsules: Alfalfa powder is also available in capsule form for those who prefer not to taste it.
Gmo statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product was not produced from or with GMO plant material.
By products & impurities statement
- We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain and was not manufactured with any of the following substances:
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
- Solvents and Residual Solvents
Gluten free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured with any ingredients containing gluten.
(Bse)/ (Tse) Statement
We hereby confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free of BSE/TSE.
Cruelty-free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been tested on animals.
Kosher statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Kosher standards.
Vegan Statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Vegan standards.
Food Allergen Information
| Component | Present in the product |
| Peanuts (and/or derivatives,) e.g., protein oil | No |
| Tree Nuts (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Seeds (Mustard, Sesame) (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut or their hybrids | No |
| Gluten | No |
| Soybeans (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Dairy (including lactose) or Eggs | No |
| Fish or their products | No |
| Shellfish or their products | No |
| Celery (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Lupin (and/or derivatives) | No |
| Sulphites (and derivatives) (added or > 10 ppm) | No |
