Marshmallow root is well-known as a diuretic and is closely linked to kidney health. It helps eliminate excess fats, salts, toxins and water from the body. Marshmallow stimulates the kidneys and helps to void urine, and gives relief from excruciating pain from urinating. The diuretic properties help encourage the elimination of kidney stones by releasing a substance that relieves irritation of mucous membranes. It forms a protective film to help lubricate the passage for stones to leave the body with a less painful result. Marshmallow root helps to cause frequent urination and increased urine output. The diuretic properties help with UTI (urinary tract infections) and also water retention from leg and ankle swelling, and face puffiness. Marshmallow Root is well known for its soothing effect on the respiratory system. Marshmallow also relieves pain from a sore throat, soothes the irritation from dry coughing, and helps to cut through the mucus, phlegmier or phlegm buildup in your respiratory tracts. It helps to attack the underlying infection that causes bronchitis, sinus infection or inflammatory issues. Mashmallow root forms a protective coating over the esophagus, stomach and small intestine linings, temporarily calming soreness, inflammation or the burning sensation caused by heartburn. This optimizes digestion and improves the efficiency of nutrient uptake. It is good for acid reflux, gastritis and peptic ulcers. Marshmallow root reduces stomach acid production in GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and promotes healing of any existing ulcers. The pectin in Marshmallow root binds loose stools together, while the mucilage relieves irritation and pain associated with frequent stools or diarrhea . For constipation, the pectin increases viscosity and adds volume to stools. Marshmallow root generally promotes easy passing of bowel movements and promotes healing and soothes pain for conditions such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Marshmallow helps with joint pain. Its diuretic nature helps to reduce joint swelling, while its anti-inflammatory and lubricating nature helps joints move easier and with less pain.Marshmallow relieves the discomfort of burns, bites, stings, rashes, and other skin irritations/injuries. Marshmallow is also antibacterial, fighting infection at the site and stimulates the immune system to eat away at invading microbes and foreign materials. Marshmallow has been used to help prevent gangrene. Marshmallow Root helps with chronic dry mouth or xerostomia. Hyposalivation, or low levels of saliva, can cause an increase in cavities, gum disease, and dental infections. Dry mouth usually means that a person has too little saliva in their mouth. Marshmallow Root helps with
In 2012, Licorice Root was named the “medicinal plant of the year” by the Study Group for Herbal Research at the University of Wurzburg, Germany.The common use for Licorice Root is for the adrenals. Licorice Root aids in healing the adrenal glands by strengthening and restoring damage to the body caused by severe stress, overworked adrenals and extreme nervousness and irritability. Licorice Root gives a stimulating lift to produce its own cortisone and helps the pancreas better control insulin release. Licorice Root helps with acid reflux, and is used for soothing gastrointestinal problems, stomach ulcers, heartburn, and food poisoning. It helps with symptoms of pain and cramping caused by ulcers. Licorice Root neutralizes and help prevent Helicobacter pylori from attaching to the walls of the stomach. H.Pylori is a common type of bacteria that found in the digestive tract. Licorice help prevent and heal ulcers and other conditions due to the inflammatory response caused by bacteria. Licorice Root soothes and softens the mucous membranes of the throat, lungs, stomach, intestines, and cleanses any inflamed mucous membranes that needs immune system support. Licorice Root loosens phlegm in the respiratory tract, so that the body can expel the mucus. Licorice Root helps reduce body fat by ramping up metabolic function due to its thermogenic properties. Licorice affects the production of ghrelin, the hunger hormone which helps reduce appetite. Also, Licorice Root is known to decrease adipose tissue mass. Body fat drops and hydration levels increase, while both weight and blood pressure remained constant. Licorice Root has as anti-inflammatory substance to help in gastric or bowel irritations and also helps the inflammation caused by hemorrhoids. Licorice Root is also beneficial for liver health. It helps your liver recuperate from the effects of drinking alcohol, preventing the onset of fatty liver disease. One compound in Licorice Root, carbenoxolone, which helps reduce stress and slows brain aging which leads to dementia. Another compound in Licorice Root, liquiritigenin, has positive effects on brain cells, specifically for treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Licorice Root helps prevent other brain and cognitive dysfunctions and diseases, and boosts memory. Licorice Root also aids in treating symptoms of depression. The component amorphousness found in Licorice Root possesses anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to reduce blood sugar, inhibit the development of insulin resistance, and assists in preventing Type-2 diabetes. Licorice Root helps slow the progression of neurological symptoms and provides relief from chronic fatigue. This root helps regulate the
Lemon Balm is an incredible herb for supporting good health. It is a holistic remedy for both physical and mental ailments like PMS, insomnia, high blood pressure, inflammation of tissues, provides heightened benefits for stress relief, cognitive enhancement, and overall wellness. Lemon Balm helps improves memory and makes verbal and logical reasoning easier. The enhanced memory and cognition effects are due to Lemon Balm’s interaction with acetylcholine receptors in the brain. It helps the body and mind manage all kinds of stress. While Lemon Balm calms the mind, it doesn’t dull the mind. Lemon Balm improves alertness by including calm feelings and a positive mood. The neurotransmitters are responsible for stimulating memory. Lemon Balm is a natural sedative. It soothes your feelings of anxiety and stress, helping you get restorative sleep and promoting healthy sleep patterns. Lemon Balm also encourages restful sleep for those who have trouble falling asleep. It is excellent for menopausal women suffering from interrupted sleep patterns during the night. Lemon balm features anti-inflammatory properties that soothe digestive inflammation. It also helps with bowel disease like inflammatory conditions of celiac disease. Lemon Balm restores the balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut, helping absorb more nutrition from food. Lemon Balm is effective protecting the liver from negative effects of an unhealthy diet. Lemon Balm also supports the liver’s production of two important antioxidants — glutathione and superoxide dismutase. Lemon Balm’s mild sedative effect is a well-known feature. Traditionally, Lemon Balm treats anxiety, insomnia, quells panic attacks and ease the symptoms of anxiety. Lemon Balm provides a soothing and calming effect which has a slightly sedative impact which can boost relaxation. Lemon Balm helps to support a positive mood and is good therapy for mood imbalances like acute anxiety and depression. It also helps with day to day work and school stress become more manageable. Lemon Balm benefits an overactive thyroid by stopping the components that over-activate the thyroid from binding with the thyroid receptors, specifically those who suffer from Grave’s disease. Lemon Balm soothes indigestion, heartburn and digestive issues by preventing gastric ulcers. This includes fighting abdominal pain and discomfort after eating, constipation and bloating. Lemon Balm oil specifically shows a high level of antibacterial activity against candida, a common yeast infection and candida symptoms such as exhaustion, brain fog, digestive problems and a weakened immune system. Lemon Balm is used to treat small cuts and chronic skin conditions, such as eczema, gout, and cold