Description
(Organic)
Althaea officinalis [pulvis radicis]
Origin: Europe
Grows really, really well in wet areas (you guessed it, marshes!) and is originally from Europe (now grown in the USA too).
19th Century of America, Eclectic medicine, Marshmallow root powder was the staple across apothecaries, as it was used in decoctions, syrups, lozenges and poultices.
Health perks:
Ibn Sina (Avicenna), the well known Persian Physician recommends the use of Marshamllow root powder for an inflammation, because of it's soothing nature.
Nonetheless, water + Marshmallow root powder forms a gooey, viscous gel-like material that aids the mucosa lining of the gastrointestinal tract scoping from the oesophagus to the colon. This herb is ideally suited to conditions like heartburn, acid reflux, stomach ulcers, GERD, leaky gut, chronic IBS and gastritis. The powder form makes it easier for surface area coverage.
Within the root powder, there are polysaccharides that influence the integrity of mucosal lining and connective tissue throughout the body. It is supportive and an awesome long-term tonic to help strengthen the body from it's tissues, ground-up.
Inflammation of the urinary system can be calmed by Marshmallow root powder. This herb is usually involved with blends working with infections or inflammation of the urinary tract. It has a soothing effect upon both the bladder and urethral lining.
Marshmallow root powder can be used internally and externally. It's brilliant as a topical paste, drawing out inflammation, easing stings, bites, a great tool for subsiding dry and hot ailments.
With warm water and the addition of even honey (local honey suits best for your personal biome), a syrup can be created to coat an irritated throat, useful for dry coughs and post-nasal drip. The herb can also be used in imbalanced respiratory cases like asthma and bronchitis.
You can make a cold-infusion of Marshmallow root the night before by adding 30-45 grams of dried root to 750ml of water and leave it to steep overnight. The resulting infusion is strained as required and drunk three to five times the next day.
I've read of people drinking it in espresso-sized shots throughout the day when afflicted with a sore throat.
P.S. ***If pregnant/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualified herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.
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