{"product_id":"hatmi-cicegi","title":"Marshmallow Flower Tea","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow (Althaea Officinalis),\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the mallow family (Malvaceae). It is also known by common names such as rose mallow, hatme, hıtmi, and hibesh. Native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, this plant thrives particularly in humid regions. Its flowers and roots are the most commonly used parts for medicinal purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAppearance: A plant that can grow up to 1-2 meters tall, with soft hairs and pink-purple flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eTaste and Scent: Mild, soft aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eActive Ingredients: Mucilage (5-10%), flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, and essential oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHarvest Time: Collected during the flowering period in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eSoothes the throat: Especially effective in treating dry cough, sore throat, and pharyngitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eExpectorant: Clears the respiratory tract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eStomach and intestinal protective: Protects the stomach lining in conditions such as gastritis and ulcers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDiuretic: Has a mild diuretic effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAids wound healing: When used topically, it soothes skin irritations and inflammations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eImmune support: Its antioxidant property can strengthen immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThere are many types of marshmallow, but the most commonly used for medicinal purposes is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAlthaea officinalis (True marshmallow)\u003cbr\u003eOther types are more preferred as ornamental plants:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAlcea rosea (Hollyhock \/ Garden marshmallow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eLavatera species: Although visually similar, their medicinal effects are more limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAreas of Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHerbal tea\u003c\/span\u003e: Brewed and drunk from dried flowers or roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGargle\u003c\/span\u003e: Used for sore throat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOintment\/balm\u003c\/span\u003e: Can be applied topically for skin irritations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSyrup and lozenges\u003c\/span\u003e: Used in pharmacy for the production of cough syrup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFood\u003c\/span\u003e: Included in traditional Ottoman sherbets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSide Effects and Precautions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eGenerally safe, but:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eMay cause allergic reactions (rare).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eMay delay drug absorption (due to mucilage) \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e→\u003c\/span\u003e Should not be taken with medications; at least 1-2 hours should pass between doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePregnant and breastfeeding individuals should use it under doctor's supervision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDiabetics should use with caution, as some preparations may contain sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePhytotherapy studies support the marshmallow flower's throat-soothing effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eA study published in 2021 showed that Althaea officinalis extract reduced inflammation and increased mucus production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eVarious laboratory studies on its antibacterial and antioxidant properties are also available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eIt is listed among medicinal plants in the European Pharmacopoeia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ziyademde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861333897552,"sku":null,"price":7.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/2429\/0128\/files\/freepik_take-img1-product-as-it-is-and-place-it-centered-on-a-pure-white-ffffff-seamless-studio-background-professional-clean-shopify-product-showcase-style-preserve-all-original-img1_5a7087cf-04c5-4021-bf6a-aeb690357e57.png?v=1774879587","url":"https:\/\/ziyadem.de\/en\/products\/hatmi-cicegi","provider":"Ziyadem Naturladen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}