Marshmallow Tea - 18 bag

The marshmallow plant, also known as the marsh mallow, is a species of flowering herb that originated in Africa and now grows in damp places around the world.

For most people, the word marshmallow conjures up the thought of a sugary white treat, but few people know about the plant behind it all. Unsurprisingly, marshmallow belongs to the mallow family. Once limited to Africa,marshmallow is now widespread throughout Europe, Asia and North America. These plants thrive in damp environments, such as in swamps, marshes and bogs, as is indicated by their name. Modern day marshmallow is commonly used in landscaping. To the ancient Egyptians, however, its most valuable part was the root, which served as a food source, and was used to create the sugary confectionery that would eventually become the modern marshmallow. Marshmallow tea is made from the leaves, and has a fresh, mildly sweet flavor and pleasant aroma. Drink it on its own or add a bit of sugar or honey for a delightfully sweet herbal brew.

This herbal tea certainly offers an enjoyable flavor, yet this is only one of its many positive qualities. This tea is an exceptional natural source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and multiple B vitamins. It can also provide minerals, including magnesium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc. Among the many constituents found in marshmallow leaf tea are amino acids, flavonoids, coumaric acid, pectin, mucilage and volatile oils. With the antioxidant qualities many of these elements provide, there is even more reason to discover marshmallow tea for yourself!

INSTRUCTIONS
Fresh water is essential for brewing a great cup of tea.

- Use one teabag per cup of boiling water.
- Cover and steep for 3 to 6 minutes.
- Remove tea bag and enjoy!