Naturopathic health
Marshmallow Root Herbal Remedy

Benefits of Marshmallow root - Althaea officinalis Marshmallow root information Marshmallow is used by herbal practitioners as a demulcent and anti-inflammatory for the digestive and urinary tracts. It is a herb most commonly used for gastritis and gastric ulcers Marshmallow root has traditionally been used as a natural remedy for: Coughs – especially dry Inflammations of the lungs Bladder infections & irritable bladder Colitis Gastritis Gastric ulcers Topically in the treatment of wounds, burns and skin eruptions Contraindications Take apart from other medications Active compounds Acidic polysaccharides, phenolic acids, mucilage, pectin, sucrose, asparagine, starch Tincture dose Adult dose 1 - 2mls 3 x a day of a 1:3 tincture When buying herbal remedies always buy tinctures not pills or capsules. Click here for more information and advice on buying herbal remedies. Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach. Click here for our full disclaimer.	Research home Herbal remedies Advice on buying herbal remedies

Herbal remedies
Research on alternative medicine

If your starting to move towards a healthy diet and you want to take a major step forward then a detoxification programme can make a big difference. Click on the link below to find out more.