One 28-day study in 50 adults with high blood pressure and anxiety observed that supplementing with motherwort extract reduced heart rate, but the change was insignificant ( 9). May decrease inflammation. Test-tube and animal studies have found that the leonurine in motherwort has anti-inflammatory properties. However, these results haven’t been confirmed in humans ( 19, 20). Despite limited research, some European countries have approved the use of motherwort to support heart health and help treat hyperthyroidism, stress, and anxiety ( 10). May aid heart health

I’m a self-confessed flavour fanatic, which is what inspired me to create a non-alcoholic drink with a modern twist that’s bursting with flavour. I want to encourage people to switch off and embrace their downtime each day. With Mother Root, you can enjoy the ritual of a delicious end-of-the-day drink, with all the flavour and none of the compromise.” Mlcek, J., Jurikova, T., Skrovankova, S. and Sochor, J., 2016. Quercetin and Its Anti-Allergic Immune Response. Molecules, 21(5), p.623.The choice of a ginger switchel was two-fold: “I love ginger for a start – ginger beers are never gingery enough for me – and I thought that ginger had the added benefit of having a warming finish which you miss when you’re not having a drink. It makes you sip it more slowly.” Mother Root is here to ignite pleasure in everyday moments with a full flavour experience to stimulate the senses. Our alcohol-free Switchels challenge what feel-good drinks can be. We exist for busy balance seekers. Followers of flavour who relish every opportunity and won’t compromise on taste. Based on recent findings, the potential side effects of consuming excess motherwort include diarrhea, uterine bleeding, and stomach pain ( 10, 19)

Padayatty, S., Doppman, J., Chang, R., Wang, Y., Gill, J., Papanicolaou, D. and Levine, M., 2007. Human adrenal glands secrete vitamin C in response to adrenocorticotrophic hormone. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 86(1), pp.145-149. New to MoM, the fiery Mother Root Ginger Switchel combines a 17 th century recipe with the 21 st century rise of delicious zero ABV drinks. We chat to founder Bethan Higson about how becoming a mother inspired her, the health benefits of a switchel and taking her creation worldwide. Van Breemen, R., Tao, Y. and Li, W., 2011. Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors in ginger (Zingiber officinale). Fitoterapia, 82(1), pp.38-43. The Root Mother is a Bossin Remnant: From the Ashes. Bosses are special Enemiesthat are uniquely named and must be defeated to progress the gameandto acquire special itemsand gear. You may have used honey in the treatment of a cold in the winter months, but did you know its usage stems from its numerous anti-inflammatory antioxidant properties? Amongst the many antioxidants in honey is quercetin, well-known for its inhibition of histamine release – nature’s antihistamine. Hayfever can really put a dampener on outdoor living, so if you suffer from the changes of season and become sneezy with new spring life, ensuring you have plenty of quercetin containing foods in your diet is vital. GINGER JUICE AND EXTRACTIn test-tube and animal studies, motherwort extract exhibited antiarrhythmic effects, suggesting that it could help lower elevated heart rate. However, these effects have not been observed in humans ( 8). From Middle English moder, from Old English mōdor, from Proto-Germanic *mōdēr (cf. East Frisian muur, Dutch moeder, German Mutter), from Proto-Indo-European *méh₂tēr (cf. Irish máthair, Tocharian A mācar, B mācer, Lithuanian mótė). A journal of hers can be found in the room the player awakens in upon entering Ward 13, with the writings detailing earlier days of the war, the start of her dreams, and her romance with Ford. A second journal can be found in a room in the church after defending the Root Mother, detailing more dreams, connections to the Root, and events leading to her becoming the Root Mother.