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Troy, "marshmallow root" is used to treat constipation.

Marshmallow root is also used for constipation, especially with hard, dry stubborn stools. It can be used with other laxative herbs for chronic constipation that is associated with dryness or lack of roughage (Ibid.). Marshmallow is also protective and healing in the irritations associated with diarrhea and dysentery.

http://www.healmarketplace.com/herbs/100herbs/marshmallow.htm

Marshmallow, the confection, is largely sugar, and, in various medical treatements, is added to other foods.

AK