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The Power of herbs for Prepper’s series “Marshmallow Root”









The Power of herbs for Prepper’s series “Marshmallow Root”

Marshmallow root a powerful demuculant that soothes the membrane walls of organs , intestines, throat, stomach and urinary tract. It is also said to have some germ fighting properties and inflammation relieving phytochemicals as well as compounds that stimulate the immune system. It possess’ high concentrates of mucilage and pectin which are the powerhouses of aid in the irritated membrane walls.Its spongy, gummy mucilage soothes sore membrane walls and beginning the healing process. The concentrates of pectin found in this herb is a soluble fiber that keeps the gastrointestinal system running regularly and helps tame blood sugar.

The Mucilage becomes gel like when mixed with a little water use it in a poultice on inflamed or bruised skin as needed. Also you can use the gel to calm and heal irritated areas around your mouth during the winter month from wind burn especially.

A few Good Uses for Marshmallow root are (but not limited to):
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Sore Throat
  • Uriart tract infection
  • diabetes 
  • Gallbladder problems 
  • Bronchitis
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Respiratory Problems
  • Sores
  • Wounds Ulcer
  • Toothache
  • Burns
  • arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • cystitis
  • colitis
  • crohn’s disease
  • sunburn
  • inflamed tonsils
  • veracious veins
  • carbuncles
  • boils

Dosage:(ADULT)
Roots: 1/8 to 1/3 cup of marshmallow roots daily
Tea: 1 teaspoon of dried leave or roots in 8 ounces of boiling water steeped for 15 to 20 minutes daily.
Extract: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon 3 times daily
Syrup: 1/2 to 2 teaspoons daily
Tincture: 1 to 1 tablespoon 3 times daily

Notes: Due to the high levels of mucilage and pectin present it may effect the rate of absorption of other medications. Also discoloration of urine is common 


A powerful Marshmallow root Syrup to aid soreness, sooth inflammation and has antibacterial and anti viral properties

You will need:

  • 2 tablespoons of dried marshmallow root
  • 1 teaspoon of chamomile flowers
  • 1 /2 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 2 cups of distilled water
  • 1 cup of honey

Directions: bring 2 cups of distilled water to a hard boil then add all dried herbs, Cover and bring to a low simmer, simmer for 15 minutes or until reduced to half. The cover allows any essential oils present to remain in the concoction( base liquid of syrup) let cool  and strain and press in a potato ricer add honey and use for 
Burns, Eczema, insect bites, heat rashes, sunburn skin inflammations and irritations; 
Use as needed EXTERNALLY.
For internal Use  Adults use 1 tablespoon twice daily
This is good for tonsillitis, sore throats, inflamed larynx, hemorrhoid, anal flares, upset stomach, 24 hr, bug, inflamed intestines due to food allergies.

A Powerful Burn wash:

You will need:
  • 2 tablespoons of dried marshmallow root
  • 3 tablespoons of  dried tea tree leaves
  • 3 teaspoons of lavender flowers
  • 3 teaspoons of chamomile flowers
  • 4 cups of distilled water


Directions: bring 4 cups of distilled water to a hard boil then add all dried herbs, Cover and bring to a low simmer, simmer for 15 minutes or until reduced to half. The cover allows any essential oils present to remain in the concoction

Note: For severe sunburn or sun poisoning add 1/4 cup of PURE aloe vera juice( not the juice you drink as a snack) to the concoction AFTER IT HAS BEEN STRAINED< PRESSED and COOLED and mix well refrigerate and shake well before each use.
Dosage:
USE AS NEEDED TO EFFECTED AREAS EXTERNALLY ONLY

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