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Product Details
Brand: Natures Answer
Category: HerbsProduct Code: marshmallow-root-extract-NAN
Servings per Container: 15
Quantity per Container: 1 Oz
Promotes Overall Good Health and Wellbeing
Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis) has been used for thousands of years throughout the ancient Egyptian, Arab, Greek, and Roman cultures. If was referred to in Homer’s Iliad over 2,800 years ago.
The genus name Althaea, was derived from the Greek word ‘altheo’ meaning to heal. The Marshmallow plant grows wild in many areas of the world, including Europe, Asia and North America. It is part of the Malvaceae family, which also includes its domesticated cousin, Holly Hocks.
Marshmallow plants contain a sticky substance which makes the plant very is easy to identify as a demulcent. A demulcent refers to an herb that is widely used to sooth all kinds of irritations and to support the health of mucous membranes, such as skin and the inner lining of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, the Marshmallow plant was originally used to make the white fluffy candies called Marshmallows!
Suggested Usage
Shake well. As a dietary supplement take 1-2 mL (28-56 drops) three (3) times a day in a small amount of water.
Ingredients
- Serving Size: 2 mL (approx. 56 drops)
- Servings Per Container: 15
- Amount Per Serving:
- Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) Root Extract 500 mg
- -(herbal equivalent 2,000 mg)
Other Ingredients: Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerin, 12-15% Certified Organic Alcohol.
Kosher, Parve. Gluten free. Low alcohol.
Warnings
Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
If you are trying to conceive, taking any medications, or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.