Marshmallow Root is an amazing herb that is mainly used to relieve symptoms of cough, sore throat, and upset stomach. It also helps people with cracked skin and helps speed up wound healing. In addition, it is used for its known ability to fight infections and boost the immune system.
The plant thrives in moist growing conditions, such as swamps. It is native to Europe, but also grows wild in the United States.
The entire marshmallow plant can be used medicinally, from the leaves to the roots. I recommend taking this herb in powdered form, because it is the easiest form to digest and to ensure that you absorb all the important healing qualities quickly.
Here are 10 health benefits of marshmallow root:
1) Relieves symptoms of the common cold and flu
2) Helps with indigestion and diarrhea.
3) Helps Treat Arthritis Pain
4) Help Urinary and Respiratory Problems
5) It is an anti-inflammatory
6) Heals Canker Sores, Peptic Ulcers, and Colitis
7) Helps with Weight Loss and Helps Prevent Hunger
8) Improves digestion
9) Helps skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis
10) Supports the liver
Marshmallow Root is also used to promote speed of healing and also to help stop bleeding and cleanse blood. When the plant is ground and mixed with water. It releases a substance called mucilage. This is a thick gelatinous substance, and when applied to minor wounds it will provide relief.
More about the liver
Many of my studies have focused on the liver and how important it is to our bodies and good health. Our livers are responsible for so much that we absolutely need to be more aware of how to keep it healthy. Our liver breaks down all of our food, cleanses toxins from our body, processes all of our sensory stimuli, and is our heat furnace. It is the only organ in the body that can regenerate.
Our current health care system is structured around pain relievers, antibiotics, and medications for everything you can imagine. These pills are extremely harsh on our books. Combine these medications with the use of alcohol, drugs, heavy metals, and pesticides, you have the perfect formula to kill your liver early.
Our livers are extremely abused in our society, and adding marshmallow root to your diet can play an important role in helping our bodies and livers heal.