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Natural medicine is experiencing a big comeback and more and more people are turning to medicinal plants that have beneficial effects on health. One of these herbs is common mallow, also known as God’s bread. This plant, which grows in meadows and gardens, has many healing properties – it helps with digestive issues, colds and liver problems. Read about its effects and how to prepare a medicinal decoction from it.
Common mallow – a forgotten treasure of nature
Many of us surely remember childhood, when we played in gardens and collected flowers or fruits of various plants. Common mallow was one of them, but few knew that it is a true gift of nature with exceptional healing properties. Today we recall this herb and return it to our home medicine cabinet.
Mallow has several species, with all of them having healing effects. It contains a high amount of mucilage, which creates a protective film on the mucous membranes, thereby preventing irritation and easing cough. In addition, it acts anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and supports digestion.
What are the health benefits of overlooked mallow?
Mallow has many beneficial properties, thanks to which it should not be missing in your home medicine cabinet:
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Supports digestion – helps with bloating, constipation and stomach ulcers.
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Soothes sore throat – its mucilage coats the mucous membrane, thereby reducing irritation and helps with cough.
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Cleanses the liver and digestive tract – supports detoxification of the body.
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Helps with skin problems – it can be applied directly to wounds or acne.
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Supports immunity – acts as a natural antibiotic.
How to use mallow properly?
Mallow can be consumed in various forms – raw, boiled, stewed and baked. Most often, however, it is used in the form of tea or a decoction, which has strong healing effects.
Recipe for tea from overlooked mallow
You need:
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1 teaspoon of dried mallow (leaves and flowers)
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230 ml boiling water
Instructions:
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Put the dried mallow into a cup.
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Pour boiling water over it and let it steep for 15 minutes.
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Strain the drink and drink up to 3 times a day.
This tea is great for colds, sore throats, digestive problems and liver detoxification.
External use of mallow
Common mallow can also be used for healing wounds, acne or irritated skin. Simply cut the leaves and apply the juice directly to the affected area. This natural method helps disinfect the wound and speed up its healing.
Recipe for a mallow compress
You need:
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2 tablespoons of dried mallow
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300 ml boiling water
Instructions:
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Put the dried mallow into a tea infuser.
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Pour boiling water over it and let it infuse for 15–20 minutes.
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Strain the tea and apply the warm infusion to a clean cloth or cotton pad.
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Place it on the affected area and leave it to act.
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You can repeat this compress up to 3 times a day.
Where to collect mallow and what to watch out for?
If you want to collect mallow yourself, choose plants from clean areas, far from roads and towns. Collect only the leaves and flowers, stems are not suitable for consumption.
Conclusion
Common mallow, or God’s bread, is a valuable herb that we should not overlook. It helps with digestion, sore throats, liver detoxification and wound healing. Its effects have been known for centuries and today we return to it as a natural remedy with many benefits. Try the tea or compress and discover the power of this amazing plant!
