Native to: Europe, Western Asia, & North Africa.
Ancient Egyptians utilized to sooth mucilage for respiratory & digestive complaints.
European herablists reccommended for sore throats, coughs, wounds & ulcers.
Utilized in the Middle East as a lubricative for throat & gastric use, as well as an anti-inflammatory.
May enduce feelings of calmness & relaxation.
High in mucilage, which forms a protective layer in the throat, digestive tract & skin.
antioxidant & anti-inflammatory via lauric acid & beta sitosterol.
May slow reuptake of drugs such as lithium or diabetes medications; please consult your prescribing physician.
May effect glycemic control, if diabetic please consult your physician.
Lung exposure to any particulate smoke carries risk.
Not reccommended during pregnancy or lactation due to lack of scientific study.
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Althaea officinalis contraindications.
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