If you think of marshmallow is only something you put in your hot chocolate or coffee, then you might not know about the antibacterial benefits found in the marshmallow plant.

Here’s what an expert shares about the marshmallow plant:

When most people hear marshmallow, they tend to picture the white fluffy treat commonly roasted over a campfire. Traditionally these were made from the root of the marshmallow plant, a powerful medicinal herb that you’ll want to grow yourself at home. Its leaves and root are antibacterial. And most importantly, they contain a sap-like substance called mucilage.

As the marshmallow mucilage goes down through your digestive tract, it will coat your stomach, intestines, and colon with an additional protective layer, soothing inflammation it finds along the way. That’s why this tea also helps people with stomach ulcers and digestive disorders, such as heartburn, indigestion, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, or Chron’s disease.

That’s Nicole Apelian again. She’s the Ph.D in Cultural Anthropology I’ve been talking about lately. In case you missed the little background blurb I shared, here’s more about her:

She’s also a biologist, anthropologist, herbalist, and wilderness survival instructor best known for her appearances on the History Channel’s TV show “Alone.” And she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2000. That’s when she utilized her scientific background and indigenous knowledge to heal herself holistically.

And then she launched her own health, wellness, and education platform.

That’s where we found her Medicinal Seed Kit to help you grow a natural pharmacy in your own backyard.

And she shared some more information about the marshmallow plant. She said you can use it as a quick backyard remedy. Like this:

Pull out a few marshmallow roots, wash off the dirt, and add them to a glass jar or cup. Cover with ice-cold water and let the mucilage extract for a few hours. Drink for a soothing and restorative effect all along your digestive tract, from mouth to colon.

And if you like butterflies, check this out. She said…

Painted lady butterflies are attracted to it, and native pollinators cover its blossoms all summer long.

And then there are these benefits:

• Cold Root Infusion for Heartburn and Reflux,
• Stomach Tea,
• Marshmallow Poultice for Skin Repair,
• Decoction for Stubborn Coughs,
• Throat Syrup,
• Marshmallow Salve

So, if you have some space in your backyard or front yard, and you would like to wean yourself off some of the western medicine options, get yourself the Medicinal Seed Kit. We think the price is agreeable with just about anybody’s budget. And if you’re into natural alternatives from God’s green earth, this is another way to help you…

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