Marshamallow Root

**shannydu** · 12-28-2005, 06:25 AM

Has anyone had any success with Marshamallow Root Tea, have heard good things about it but not sure if it is worth trying? Also heard it is high in sugar?

**massagedoula** · 12-28-2005, 06:48 AM

I take powdered marshmallow root every day. By itself it didn't help much, but as a part of my current regimen it definetly does. I don't know much about it being high in sugar. If so, I would think not more that a spoonful of sugar in tea! It is safe for babies and elderly, so unless you had a pre-existing condition that made you worry about it, I wouldn't worry about it. You can always research it or ask a naturopath if you have questions.

**hoping4acure** · 12-28-2005, 07:17 AM

Shannydu,

marshmallow root (tea) was one of the things I took to help me into remission. I bought mine in bulk over the internet. It does not have sugar in it. It looks like tea leaves. I put it into a tea ball and steeped it. It gently cleanses your system of impurity's. It also puts the "force" behind your stream. I took in very low doses through out the day.

I think it is worth a shot

again, don't try to much at once or you will get a wicked "stinging" feeling in your urine. I found that out by trial and error.

Good luck and let me know how you made out.

Louann

**sami4** · 12-28-2005, 09:59 AM

I take Marshmallow root capsules by Soloray, 3 twice a day. It really helps with burning urethra, pressure and symptoms in general. It seems to make the urine "soft" or "slippery" and I would not be without it.
I also take Algonot 6 a day, calcium citrate 6 a day, Noahs water.
Sammie

***ICNDonna*** · 12-28-2005, 03:59 PM

The only precaution I know of is if you are already taking a diuretic. I take a diuretic for high blood pressure so marshmallow root tea is out for me.

Donna

**Katrina** · 12-28-2005, 04:14 PM

One thing I think is important to share is the drug interaction! That doesn't mean you can't take it with other meds but that you may want to take it at a different time.

Marshmallow Root:

It is believed that marshmallow root tea provides a soothing coating to the bladder because of the mucilage found in the plant.

Scientific Name: Althaea officinalis
Approved by Commission E: Yes
Description: The medicinal parts of the plant are mallow flowers, leaves, syrups and roots. However, the herbal supplement is made from the dried root and the dried leaves.
Actions & Pharmacology: Marshmallow root relieves local irritation, inhibits mucocilary activity, functions as an anti-inflammatory, good for bladder infections and is an immune stimulant.
General Precautions:There are no general precautions or side effects if the drug is used as per manufactures labeling on required dosages.
Drug Interactions: If other drugs are taken simultaneously the absorption of the other drugs may be delayed.
How Supplied: Marshmallow root can be purchased in capsules, tablets (coated and uncoated), as an extract, as a tea and in powder form.

**sami4** · 12-28-2005, 04:34 PM

I have never noticed a diuretic effect from marshmallow caps. My book on herbs for the urinary tract also does not list it as a diuretic but as a mucigen or a coating similar to slippery elm.
Sammie

**Katrina** · 12-28-2005, 04:49 PM

I have many herb books and it isn't always listed as a diuretic but in the most detailed ones it is. I think with IC the more we know the better since many have multiple illnesses and other problems and react to a lot of things.

**massagedoula** · 12-28-2005, 07:09 PM

As far as taking it with other meds, I always take my marshmallow root 3 hours before or after any other meds or suppliments so the marshmallow does not interfere with absorbtion of them.

**rosesitty** · 12-28-2005, 08:04 PM

Someone recommended an internet site zooscape.com to purchase marshmallow root in teabags and a combo of marshmallow/camomile in teabags. It's effect isn't miraculous, but is helpful in the overall regime.
Rose

**emilyrose197377** · 12-29-2005, 05:10 AM

I take marshmallow root capsules I find it to help my symptoms some.

**Boni** · 12-29-2005, 12:09 PM

I bought the Marshmallow root tincture and was putting it in tea everyday. I had a reaction that was wierd. A burning tingling all around my mid-section from my sides to my belly. I thought I was developing shingles. As soon as I stopped the marshmallow root, it went away. Maybe i was using too much, dunno.

I may try the MM root with camomile tea and see if it's a better mix. Sounds like it has helped many people. I'll try anything.

**hoping4acure** · 01-03-2006, 01:32 AM

marmallow root teat will do that to you if you take to much. I used very little, and through out the day.

**kjones1** · 01-19-2006, 07:13 AM

Hi Louann and others,

How much of the leaves did you use when making the tea? I know everyone is different but do you have an amount you would recommend to start with?

I actually bought the capsules. Does anyone know how to make tea from them?

Its so hard to figure out a good routine.

I feel like this could be really helpful for me though.

Thanks Guys!

**shannydu** · 01-19-2006, 07:21 AM

I use very very little when I make it from the leaves. A starter point might be to figure 1 tablespoon per 12 cup coffee pot. I use a 2 cup coffee pot and literally put a "twig" in there, very little. I am still trying to learn how much is right but that is where I am right now.

Shannon