Marshmallow Roots
Marshmallow root is popular in history as an herbal remedy for cough and sore throat. It is also potent for getting rid of mucilage content. Mucilage is a thick gley substance that covers the throat. Herbal cough syrup made from marshmallow roots, thyme, and ivy proves to be effective for treating coughs from respiratory infections and the common colds.
The study [10] states that after 12 days of taking this syrup, 90% of those who used this syrup reported positive feedback. Like with ginger, stomach upset is a common side effect of using marshmallow roots. Nevertheless, with an increased intake of fluid, you’d not feel any side effects. Marshmallow can be purchased online in bagged tea or dry herb. The longer you steep the roots in warm water, the more the mucilage content.