E211 - Marshmallow for Gut, Throat, and Tissue Support with Maria Noël Groves
Published: January 7, 2026
Duration: 1:02:40
In a world obsessed with stimulation and strength, what can this gentle, velvety herb teach us about healing?
In this episode, herbalist and prolific author Maria Noël Groves joins me to discuss one of the most soothing herbs around—the lovely marshmallow (Althaea officinalis). Together we explore what makes this mucilaginous (read: velvety, not slimy!) herb such a powerful ally for irritated and inflamed tissues—especially in the gut, where marshmallow helps to protect, moisten, and nourish while also supporting the microbiome.
Maria shares why she’s fallen so deeply in love with this soft, s...