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Integrative Pet Vet column: Marshmallow root herb for dogs and cats

Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) has been used for thousands of years for health care. Its medicinal use was first recorded in the 9th century BC. The scientific name is derived from the Greek altho, meaning to cure, a strong statement for its health benefits. Historically it has been used for health problems related to the mucous membranes. Mucous membranes are …