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Marshmallow: properties and contraindications

What is marshmallow?

He marshmallow (althaea officinalis) is a plant that for its wide medicinal applications is never lacking in the guides and formulations of Phytotherapy.

Its generic name of Althaea derives from the Greek term Althofor healing, and the name of the family to which it belongs, the Malvaceae, malake In Greek, it refers to the same restorative capacity.

The truth is that the marshmallow has had a great importance throughout historynot only as a medicinal balm, but and above all as a providential source of food in situations of scarcity and hunger.

The marshmallow is a erect plant up to two meters tall, all covered with hair. The marshmallow leaves are triangular-oval and the flowers pendants, colored pale pink.

It grows in humid environmentson river banks, next to grasslands and swamps and near the sea.

Of the plant leaves and flowers are harvestedbut it is in the marshmallow root where is your concentration greater healing potential. The entire plant is rich in mucilages, but in the root we also find arabin, pectin, flavonoids and phenolic acids.

Marshmallow medicinal properties

The greatest virtue of the marshmallow is its capacity as protector and repairer of respiratory and digestive mucosa.Presents a defendant expectorant and anti-inflammatory effectand it is indicated to relieve cough and clear the respiratory passages In cases of cold, flu, pharyngitis, laryngitis, bronchitis and as a valid support against asthma.Marshmallow also works effectively on digestive disorders, counteracting excess acidity and repairing mucous membranesintestinal that may have been damaged. Indicated to relieve cases of gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcer, colitis and irritable bowel syndrome.Show a mild laxative effect but decisive in specific constipation.in external applicationthe marshmallow protects the skin, and It is useful in bruises, abscesses and burnsand for its effect anti-inflammatory, proves effective for reduce pain in sprains, tendinitisetc.

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Marshmallow contraindications

Like other plants rich in mucilagescan alter glucose levelsso that consumption is not recommended in case of diabetes.You can also have abortive properties by trimethylglycine, so it is not recommended during the pregnancy.

Infused Marshmallow Recipes

Infusion to combat lung infection, throat irritation and cough

The formula that combines marshmallow with other respiratory plants such as lungwortthe spruce buds and the greater plantain.

How to prepare it: In the proportion of one level tablespoon per glass of water, boil for 2 minutes and infuse for another 5 minutes. Filter and add a teaspoon of honey.

Three hot cups a day are recommended, every four hours.

Tisane to combat hoarseness

This formula combine marshmallow with hedgehog, river rush (Holoschoemus romanus) and candy. One tablespoon of each ingredient per half liter of water.

How to prepare it: Boil over low heat for 10 minutes, filter and store in a thermos, to go drinking during the day.

Laxative tea for mild constipation

The remedy that combines the marshmallow with another laxative plant such as frangulain quantities of 40 grams per plant, plus half of green anise.

How to prepare it: Taking a level tablespoon per 1/4 liter of water as an indicative amount, boil for 3 minutes, let stand for 10 and filter.

It’s recommended drink it at night, so that it takes effect the next day.

Advisor: J. Mª. Teixé, herbalist of “El Manantial de Salud”

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