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Marshmallow Root : is one of the best mucilaginous herbs (containing up to 35% mucilage, with homogeneous mucilaginous polysaccharides as high as 12%), and is a favoured treatment for diseases of the respiratory organs. Its mucilaginous nature makes it ideal for soothing irritated and inflamed mucosal surfaces. Marshmallow is an extremely effective demulcent and emollient, and is the primary herb of choice in catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. It is also very soothing and healing to any inflamed condition of the bowels.
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