480MG MARSHMALLOW ROOTHaving absolutely nothing to do with the puffy treats that you've roasted over campfires, MARSHMALLOW herb is an excellent kidney and bladder tonic. It contains active components that help to relieve the build of fluid, and also those that help to remove toxins from the body. Often used by people on cleansing and detox programs, Marshmallow root capsules can have a "soothing" effect on an irritated urinary tract. [CAPSULE]
Each capsule contains:
Marshmallow Root ( Althaea officinalis ) 480mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.
Important Information:
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Dosage
Adults, adolescents and children 9 years and over, take 2 capsules twice daily.
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What is Marshmallow Root?
Marshmallow usage dates back to ancient Greek and Roman Cultures. It grows wild in wet areas, usually bordering marshes.
Marshmallow is known for its mucilaginous qualities. It was once used in French confectionary but is unlike the puffy candy that received its name. It is a demulcent, an agent that coats and protects mucosal surfaces. The active components in marshmallow are large carbohydrate molecules that form marshmallow's characteristic texture when mixed with fluid. In the respiratory tract marshmallow decreases cough, speeds removal of mucus and helps to heal the tract. In the stomach and intestines marshmallow protects the lining from ulceration. Marshmallow also soothes the urinary tract and helps the skin to heal. Natural health practitioners recommend marshmallow for a variety of needs including sore throat, colds, coughs, bladder infections, digestive ulcers, burns, and wounds.
Marshmallow can be found in a variety of different forms. Dried root, powdered root and encapsulated root are available. It is often used as a tea or drink. Topically marshmallow can be mixed with water and applied directly to the skin or onto a poultice. Marshmallow is found in formulas for cold or cough relief,
urinary tract health
and ulcers. Commercial marshmallow preparations contain marshmallow, for the texture, and large quantities of sugar, for the taste. Plain marshmallow root is not sweet tasting, as you might expect it to be.
What is a
D
emulcent ?
A demulcent is a substance that is used to soothe the mucous membranes in the intestinal tract and stomach and also in the nose, mouth or throat.Demulcent herbs including marshmallow,
slippery elm
and
fenugreek
can help soothe and relax the intestine.
What is
Irritable Bowel
?
Irritable bowel was at one time thought to be caused solely by emotions like stress and nervousness. While these emotions can play a role in the development of
IBS
as they do in many conditions, other factors such as diet, infection by harmful bacteria or parasites and food allergies play a larger role when someone develops this frustrating illness.
This common condition is the number one reason for a family physician to refer to a specialist. The reason for this is because irritable bowel symptoms mimic those of inflammatory bowel conditions like
Crohn's disease
and ulcerative
colitis. IBS does not make visible lesions in the bowel. The causes of irritable bowel are an overgrowth of harmful microbes, poor diet, emotions and food sensitivities. The bowel reacts to these irritants with strong intestinal contractions.
Symptoms of IBS are nausea, spastic
diarrhea, episodes of
constipation, pain, bloating, belching and flatulence. The stool can be mixed with mucus. Stress and anxiety can trigger attacks.
IBS is conventionally treated with antispasmodics, anti-diarrheals antidepressants and tranquilizers. There are many side effects to these medications and they can cause dependency. They do not cure IBS; rather they only stop the symptoms. Drugs such as antibiotics, corticosteroids, cholestyramine and sulfasalazine aggravate malabsorption in IBS patients.
Natural treatment of IBS involves: treating the underlying microbial imbalance in the intestines, ensuring adequate fibre intake, enhancing the health of the intestinal lining, and the elimination of potentially allergenic foods.
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What is Marshmallow Root?
Marshmallow usage dates back to ancient Greek and Roman Cultures. It grows wild in wet areas, usually bordering marshes.
Marshmallow is known for its mucilaginous qualities. It was once used in French confectionary but is unlike the puffy candy that received its name. It is a demulcent, an agent that coats and protects mucosal surfaces. The active components in marshmallow are large carbohydrate molecules that form marshmallow's characteristic texture when mixed with fluid. In the respiratory tract marshmallow decreases cough, speeds removal of mucus and helps to heal the tract. In the stomach and intestines marshmallow protects the lining from ulceration. Marshmallow also soothes the urinary tract and helps the skin to heal. Natural health practitioners recommend marshmallow for a variety of needs including sore throat, colds, coughs, bladder infections, digestive ulcers, burns, and wounds.
Marshmallow can be found in a variety of different forms. Dried root, powdered root and encapsulated root are available. It is often used as a tea or drink. Topically marshmallow can be mixed with water and applied directly to the skin or onto a poultice. Marshmallow is found in formulas for cold or cough relief,
urinary tract health
and ulcers. Commercial marshmallow preparations contain marshmallow, for the texture, and large quantities of sugar, for the taste. Plain marshmallow root is not sweet tasting, as you might expect it to be.
What is a
D
emulcent ?
A demulcent is a substance that is used to soothe the mucous membranes in the intestinal tract and stomach and also in the nose, mouth or throat.Demulcent herbs including marshmallow,
slippery elm
and
fenugreek
can help soothe and relax the intestine.
What is
Irritable Bowel
?
Irritable bowel was at one time thought to be caused solely by emotions like stress and nervousness. While these emotions can play a role in the development of
IBS
as they do in many conditions, other factors such as diet, infection by harmful bacteria or parasites and food allergies play a larger role when someone develops this frustrating illness.
This common condition is the number one reason for a family physician to refer to a specialist. The reason for this is because irritable bowel symptoms mimic those of inflammatory bowel conditions like
Crohn's disease
and ulcerative
colitis. IBS does not make visible lesions in the bowel. The causes of irritable bowel are an overgrowth of harmful microbes, poor diet, emotions and food sensitivities. The bowel reacts to these irritants with strong intestinal contractions.
Symptoms of IBS are nausea, spastic
diarrhea, episodes of
constipation, pain, bloating, belching and flatulence. The stool can be mixed with mucus. Stress and anxiety can trigger attacks.
IBS is conventionally treated with antispasmodics, anti-diarrheals antidepressants and tranquilizers. There are many side effects to these medications and they can cause dependency. They do not cure IBS; rather they only stop the symptoms. Drugs such as antibiotics, corticosteroids, cholestyramine and sulfasalazine aggravate malabsorption in IBS patients.
Natural treatment of IBS involves: treating the underlying microbial imbalance in the intestines, ensuring adequate fibre intake, enhancing the health of the intestinal lining, and the elimination of potentially allergenic foods.
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