Herbal Information for Marshmallow Root in Cut and Sifted Form

Common: Marshmallow Root, Althea Root, Sweet Weed, Mortification Plant, Wymote, Schloss Tea
Botanical Name: Althaea officinalis
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: One Pound (1lb)
Form: Cut, Organic
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: Croatia
Brand: Starwest Botanicals
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Should be taken with at least 250 ml (8 oz) of liquid.

California Prop 65

Additional Information on Marshmallow Root

Benefits of Marshmallow Root

• Supports upper respiratory system
• Promotes healthy digestion
• Short term use for sore throats
• Reduce joint pain
• Use as a mouth gargle
• Aids in skins health  

Marshmallow Root comes from the marshmallow plant and looks like a brown, fibrous husk. The flowers, root, and leaves of the Marshmallow plant are all edible. 

The medicinal properties of Marshmallow Root come from the mucilage, or sap-like substance, that the plant produces. 

The mucilage of the plant contains antioxidants, which aids in forming a protective coating over skin and the digestive tract. By doing this, it may help with skin irritation and digestive issues. 

Marshmallow Root has a potent source of flavonoid antioxidants, dietary fiber, and beneficial bioactive compounds. 

Constituents 

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About Starwest Botanicals Quality Control

Starwest Botanicals validated quality assurance testing includes: 
• Organoleptic testing to ensure proper appearance, color, aroma and flavor. 
• Microscopic and Macroscopic inspection for foreign matter.
• HPTLC for identification, to verify purity and authenticity. 
• ICP-MS heavy metal analysis.
• Microbiology testing for pathogens such as E. coli and salmonella.
• Chemical analyses for moisture content, volatile oil, ash and acid insoluble ash.

Audits all suppliers yearly to assure they meet our GMP requirements

Laboratory Analysis

Samples are retained from all shipments are thoroughly tested and compared to our extensive reference library of dried herbs and botanicals to verify authenticity. All lot samples are kept for five years and can be traced for verification.

Starwest Botanicals utilizes not only their in-house laboratory, but also independent labs and consultants to guarantee their analyses are complete. Testing includes organoleptic analysis for aroma, color, flavor and texture. Physical testing involves moisture, volatile oil content, heavy metals, microbiology, thin layer chromatography, and other tests specific to each herb.

 References:
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/J157v03n03_08
https://academicjournals.org/journal/JMPR/article-abstract/BD00EAD40178
https://www.drweil.com/vitamins-supplements-herbs/herbs/marshmallow-root-benefits/