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I have been reading up on the benefits of alfalfa supplements. i have high cholesterol and stage 3 glomerulosclerosis and high bp. should i use it?
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It's placebo: Hi. Alfalfa is placebo, but probably harmless. Don't neglect to use real medicine for your hypertension and dyslipidemia. Placebos are fine for the "worried well" (of which there are many). However, you have REAL medical problems, and I suggest you stick with drugs shown to be effective and safe. Good luck.
Answered 10/13/2014
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