Marshmallow Root is similar to Slippery Elm, and also contains mucilage that can help soothe and protect the gastrointestinal tract. It is beneficial for dogs and cats with digestive issues or irritation and also for some respiratory conditions.
Marshmallow root has many different actions …
Diuretic – Removes water from the body
Antimicrobial – Stops growth of viruses, bacteria and fungi
Anti-inflammatory – Lowers itchiness, redness and swelling from inflammation
Expectorant – htelps expel mucus from the respiratory tract
Hypoglycemic – Lowers blood sugar
Immunostimulant – Boosts the immune system’s ability to fight disease
Marshmallow Root can help:
-Ease Joint Problems -Heal Skin -Ease Respiratory problems -Relieve Heartburn -Helps Transitioning to a Raw Food Diet -Helps Ease Nausea & Vomit -Ease Diarrhea -Helps Constipation -Eases Inflammatory Bowel Disease -Helps Heal Leaky Gut
Daily Intake recommendation: 1/4 tsp per 10 lbs - once to twice a day.
