Element: Water Powers: Protection, Psychic Powers Magical Uses: It has long been used in protection rites and is a psychic power-stimulator. Use as incense for this purpose or carry in a sachet. When placed on altar, bring good spirits in during ritual. Health: Marshmallow root relieves irritation by coating inflamed surfaces. Its primary use in modern herbal medicine is to relieve sore throat, but it also relieves perianal inflammation (when taken orally) caused by severe diarrhea. Precautions Marshmallow root is completely non-toxic, but its mucilage can interfere with the absorption of other medicines if taken at the same time. The asparagine in the root can cause a mild odor in the urine, but has no other physiological effect. For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.