When you think of the name marshmallow root, your mind is probably conjuring up images of fluffy sugary treats perfect for s'mores and hot cocoa. In fact, you may find it hard to believe that anything responsible for this sugary treat could actually be good for you. However, there's not much room for doubt about a plant's healing capabilities when its Greek name, Althea, literally means "to heal."
While our current form of commercially available marshmallows no longer contains any actual marshmallow root, it originally did. But our ancestors knew there was much more to this plant than the potential for a fluffy white snack food. Even the Greek physician Hippocrates claimed that the marshmallow root was of great use to effectively heal wounds.
In ancient times, the marshmallow root was used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions. It was used for healing bruises and burns and to help soothe muscle aches, sprains, and inflammation. It was also believed to have immune boosting properties. During the Middle Ages, the sap of the plant was commonly used in tea form to help soothe colds and sore throats.
Today, marshmallow root is still being used for many of these conditions, in addition to some new ones as well. Its highest medicinal acclaim is as a demulcent. A demulcent is an agent that forms a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane. For this reason, it is often used to help relieve sore throats and reduce dry coughing. This soothing effect can help the inflamed and irritated tissues of not only the respiratory organs, but also of the digestive tract and urinary organs. The relief it can provide in the intestinal tract is one of the reasons you'll find it as a key ingredient in Jon Barron's herbal colon detoxifier.
The root is also said to help increase the secretion and flow of urine, and it is considered to be a good diuretic. For this reason, it can aid in the passage of kidney stones, while also minimizing discomfort. Marshmallow root is also used in combination with other diuretic herbs for kidney treatments which assist in the release of gravel and stones. It works very well for urinary problems and is an essential ingredient for any natural kidney care formula such as Jon Barron's KGP Flush.
In addition, marshmallow root includes factors that combine with and eliminate toxins, helping the body to cleanse. This makes marshmallow an excellent herb to add to other formulas to help neutralize toxins that are the causative factors of everything from inflammation to arthritis. For this reason, it is often used to help fight infections.
Even more, marshmallow root holds promise in helping to relieve asthma symptoms and helping with blood sugar management for diabetes patients.
This herb has helpful topical applications as well, including:
While our current form of commercially available marshmallows no longer contains any actual marshmallow root, it originally did. But our ancestors knew there was much more to this plant than the potential for a fluffy white snack food. Even the Greek physician Hippocrates claimed that the marshmallow root was of great use to effectively heal wounds.
In ancient times, the marshmallow root was used to treat a variety of ailments and conditions. It was used for healing bruises and burns and to help soothe muscle aches, sprains, and inflammation. It was also believed to have immune boosting properties. During the Middle Ages, the sap of the plant was commonly used in tea form to help soothe colds and sore throats.
Today, marshmallow root is still being used for many of these conditions, in addition to some new ones as well. Its highest medicinal acclaim is as a demulcent. A demulcent is an agent that forms a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane. For this reason, it is often used to help relieve sore throats and reduce dry coughing. This soothing effect can help the inflamed and irritated tissues of not only the respiratory organs, but also of the digestive tract and urinary organs. The relief it can provide in the intestinal tract is one of the reasons you'll find it as a key ingredient in Jon Barron's herbal colon detoxifier.
The root is also said to help increase the secretion and flow of urine, and it is considered to be a good diuretic. For this reason, it can aid in the passage of kidney stones, while also minimizing discomfort. Marshmallow root is also used in combination with other diuretic herbs for kidney treatments which assist in the release of gravel and stones. It works very well for urinary problems and is an essential ingredient for any natural kidney care formula such as Jon Barron's KGP Flush.
In addition, marshmallow root includes factors that combine with and eliminate toxins, helping the body to cleanse. This makes marshmallow an excellent herb to add to other formulas to help neutralize toxins that are the causative factors of everything from inflammation to arthritis. For this reason, it is often used to help fight infections.
Even more, marshmallow root holds promise in helping to relieve asthma symptoms and helping with blood sugar management for diabetes patients.
This herb has helpful topical applications as well, including:
- Insect bites
- Abscesses
- Skin ulcers
- Burns
- Chapped lips
- Hair detangler
When used by herbalists, marshmallow root is often in the form of a tea or a cold infusion (essentially, a tea made with cold water). The infusion is then used to treat common ailments in a variety of ways, from mouth and skin washes to home remedies for heartburn, ulcers, colds, flu, and urinary infections.
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