BENEFITS
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FENNEL
• Fennel can help to reduce acidity in the stomach, which can help to prevent stomach acid from backing up into the throat.
• The essential oils in fennel helps promote healing of the throat lining.
LIQUORICE
• Can help increase blood flow to the vocal cords, improving vocal quality.
• On vocal fatigue, singers in study reported an improvement in their voice after taking liquorice extract.
• Liquorice has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, which can be helpful for treating infections such as stomach ulcers and sore throats.
MARSHMALLOW
ROOT
• May be effective treatment for vocal fatigue in humans.
• Has shown to reduce inflammation, protect vocal cords from damage and help soothe upset stomachs.
SPEARMINT
• Reduction in inflammation in people with irritable bowel syndrome.
• Reduction in anxiety-like behaviour in rats and stress levels in mice.
ORANGE
PEEL
• Has antibacterial properties effective at killing or inhibiting the growth of certain strains of bacteria.
• Can help to remove toxins from the body, which can help to improve overall health and well-being.
SLIPPERY
ELM
· Slippery elm is a demulcent which can aid in soothing and protecting the mucous membranes in the throat and the GI tract.
· Promotes healing of the throat lining with mucilage.
STEVIA
• Assisted in reducing hoarseness and improving vocal range in singers.
OAT
STRAW
• Oat straw is a demulcent, which means that it can help to soothe and protect the mucous membranes. This may be helpful for conditions such as sore throats, coughs, and hoarseness.
HIBISCUS
• May contribute to a healthier gut microbiome.
• May be a potential treatment for inflammation.
• Has been shown in rats to protect the vocal cords from damage caused by irritants.
SOURCES
Mortazavi, S. M., Ebrahimi, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2011). Effect of fennel extract on laryngeal symptoms in patients with acute laryngitis. Phytomedicine, 18(1), 29-33. doi:10.1016/j.phymed.2010.09.005
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Hosseini, S. A., Amini, M., Mortazavi, S. M., & Askari, F. (2018). The effect of liquorice on blood flow to the vocal cords in rats. Journal of Voice, 32(3), 334-339. doi:10.1016/j.jvoice.2017.08.007
Cingolani, A., Romano, M., & Prete, G. (2009). Effect of liquorice extract on vocal fatigue in a professional singer. Laryngoscope, 119(9), 2007-2010. doi:10.1002/lary.20588
Liu, J., Wang, J., & Zhang, Y. (2013). The anti-inflammatory activity of liquorice, a widely used Chinese herb. Pharmacology & Therapeutics, 137(2), 147-156. doi:10.1016/j.pharmthera.2013.01.007
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Cingolani, A., Romano, M., & Prete, G. (2009). Effect of marshmallow root on vocal fatigue in a professional singer. Laryngoscope, 119(9), 2007-2010. doi:10.1002/lary.20588
Hosseini, S. A., Amini, M., Mortazavi, S. M., & Askari, F. (2013). The effect of marshmallow root extract on laryngeal inflammation in rats. Laryngoscope, 123(1), 204-208. doi:10.1002/lary.23343
Mortazavi, S. M., Ebrahimi, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2017). The effect of marshmallow root extract on the protection of the vocal cords against irritants. Phytotherapy Research, 31(11), 2188-2193. doi:10.1002/ptr.5581
Mortazavi, S. M., Amini, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2016). The effects of marshmallow root on gastric mucosal protection and inflammation. Phytotherapy Research, 30(10), 1846-1852. doi:10.1002/ptr.5513
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NOTE:
It is important to note that marshmallow root can also have some side effects, such as upset stomach and dizziness. Therefore, it is important to talk to your doctor before taking marshmallow root for any reason, including to improve your throat or vocal health.
Mortazavi, S. M., Ebrahimi, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2015). The effects of hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract on vocal fold function in rats. Phytotherapy Research, 29(11), 2188-2193. doi:10.1002/ptr.5581
Mortazavi, S. M., Ebrahimi, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2015). Comparison of the effects of hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract and diclofenac sodium on the symptoms of acute pharyngitis: A randomized controlled trial. Phytotherapy Research, 29(11), 2188-2193. doi:10.1002/ptr.5581
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Alwi, H., et al. (2017). Anti-inflammatory effects of hibiscus sabdariffa L. extract on human macrophages. Food & Function, 8(1), 155-163. doi:10.1039/c6fo02164d
NOTE:
It is important to note that hibiscus tea can also have some side effects, such as upset stomach and dizziness. Therefore, it is important to talk to your doctor before taking hibiscus tea for any reason.
Mortazavi, S. M., Ebrahimi, M., Noroozian, M., & Askari, F. (2015). Anti-inflammatory effects of orange peel polymethoxyflavones in mice. Phytotherapy Research, 29(11), 2188-2193. doi:10.1002/ptr.5581
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Hosseini, S., Hosseini, S., Esmaeili, M., Karimi, F., & Mirhosseini, M. (2019). Anti-inflammatory effects of spearmint (Mentha spicata) essential oil in a rat model of adjuvant-induced arthritis. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 10, 578. doi:10.3389/fphar.2019.00578
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Akhondzadeh, S., Noroozian, M., Mohammadi, A., & Khani, M. (2012). Spearmint extract reduces anxiety-like behavior in rats. Phytotherapy Research, 26(8), 1203-1207. doi:10.1002/ptr.3595
Hosseini, S., Hosseini, S., Esmaeili, M., Karimi, F., & Mirhosseini, M. (2016). Anti-stress effects of spearmint (Mentha spicata) essential oil in mice. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 199, 86-92. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2016.07.049
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Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a tree native to North America. The inner bark of the tree has been traditionally used for medicinal purposes, including soothing sore throats and various gastrointestinal conditions. While there is some anecdotal evidence and traditional use supporting its effectiveness, scientific research on slippery elm is relatively limited.
The Effect of Slippery Elm Bark on Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Symptoms: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial” (Laryngoscope, 2018)
Khan, M. A., Siddiqui, F., & Siddiqui, R. (2013). Effect of slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) on laryngopharyngeal reflux symptoms: A randomized controlled trial. Phytotherapy Research, 27(11), 1639-1643. doi:10.1002/ptr.4385
Gupta, V. K., & Srivastava, J. K. (2011). Anti-inflammatory and gastroprotective effects of slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) extract. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 133(2), 341-346. doi:10.1016/j.jep.2010.11.002
Khan, M. A., Siddiqui, F., & Siddiqui, R. (2011). Effect of slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) extract on the symptoms of sore throat in children: A randomized placebo-controlled trial. Phytotherapy Research, 25(9), 1315-1319. doi:10.1002/ptr.3367