10 Home Remedies For Dry Mouth
Home Remedy #9: Hollyhock Root
Hollyhock or alcea refers to a genus of flowering plants that are native to Europe and Asia. Popular as garden ornamental plants, they are easily cultivated where the stems can be used as firewood while the roots have been used in traditional or folk medicine. The root can be used as a demulcent and astringent where it is crushed and applied as a poultice.
Hollyhock root can be an effective home remedy for dry mouth as it has moisturizing properties. A study in 2015 found that it may be beneficial for xerostomia, especially if combined with Malva sylvestris.
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