The supermodel-approved marshmallow drink that may be good for gut health, skin and colds
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The supermodel-approved marshmallow drink that may be good for gut health, skin and colds See more of our coverage in your search results.
Why it matters
Add The New York Post on Google It’s not just a sweet treat used for s’mores.
Common ground
Supermodel Miranda Kerr recently shared on the “Let’s Be Honest with Kristen Cavallari” podcast one of her secrets for good gut health, naming a plant that many are familiar with — at least, in terms of its name.
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The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Appeal to Authority, Glittering Generalities: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.
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eFinder identified 3 propaganda techniques in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.
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Loaded Language
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Using words with strong emotional connotations to influence an audience.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
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Appeal to Authority
80% confidence
Citing an authority figure as evidence, even when the authority is not qualified on the topic.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
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Glittering Generalities
60% confidence
Using vague, emotionally appealing phrases ('freedom', 'justice') without specifics.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 12 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.
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Claim 1: “the former Victoria’s Secret model starts her day with a 30-millimeter shot of Noni juice”
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While one web search result mentions Miranda Kerr's daily diet including 'noni juice', the specific '30-millimeter shot' detail is not corroborated by other independent sources in the provided evidence.
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— The year 1972 in film involved several significant events.
Universal Pictures and Paramount Pictures celebrated their 60th anniversaries and the Motion Picture Association of America celebrated their …
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— This is the list of episodes (Seasons 21–40) for the Food Network competition reality series Chopped.
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— Phylicia Rashad ( fil-ISH-ə rə-SHAHD; née Ayers-Allen; born June 19, 1948) is an American actress. She was most recently dean of the College of Fine Arts at Howard University before her three-year con…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phylicia_Rashad
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phylicia_Rashad
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Claim 2: “the processed version of marshmallows found on store shelves today are almost pure sugar and don’t come from the plant.”
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This claim was extracted as a checkable statement from the article. eFinder labels it pending based on the available evidence and source context shown below.
Claim 3: “research suggests it helps several conditions, such as asthma, Crohn’s disease and skin inflammation, as well as improving skin health and urinary tract function.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general definitions of 'research' and does not contain any medical data regarding Althaea officinalis treating asthma, Crohn's, or urinary tract function.
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https://www.researchgate.net/
https://www.researchgate.net/
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— Jun 13, 2024 · Learn what is research, how to ensure accuracy in research, how to get started in a research career, research ethics, types of research, research methods.
https://researcher.life/blog/article/what-is-research-defini…
https://researcher.life/blog/article/what-is-research-defini…
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— Research is creative and systematic work undertaken to increase the stock of knowledge. [1] It involves the collection, organization, and analysis of evidence to increase understanding of a topic, cha…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Research
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Research
Claim 4: “extract from the flowers have been shown to reduce the development of stomach ulcers in rats.”
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Two separate web search results (including a PDF study) specifically mention that Althaea officinalis extract showed anti-ulcer activity and reduced ulcer numbers in rats.
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— Additionally, Althaea officinalis extract pretreatment showed anti-ulcer activity as observed by a significant reduction of the ulcer number and ulcer index after pyloric-ligation/indomethacin adminis…
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6912529/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6912529/
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— The current study aims to inspect gastro-protective as well as in vitro and in vivo anti-oxidant potential of Althaea officinalis and Solanum nigrum extracts on pyloric-ligation/indomethacin-induced g…
https://www.academia.edu/54460874/Gastro_Protective_and_Anti…
https://www.academia.edu/54460874/Gastro_Protective_and_Anti…
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— The leaves, flowers, and roots of Althaea officinalis have long been utilized in various traditional herbal remedies.A separate study was conducted to assess the impact of Althaea officinalis (AO) wat…
https://pharmacypractice.org/index.php/pp/article/pp/3153
https://pharmacypractice.org/index.php/pp/article/pp/3153
Claim 5: “The fibrous root and leaves of this edible plant are rich in a natural fiber called mucilage that — when mixed with water— forms a gel that soothes the throat.”
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Multiple web sources confirm that marshmallow root contains mucilage which forms a protective, soothing gel when in contact with water.
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— Marshmallow root contains fiber and swells up when it comes in contact with water, forming a protective coating around membranes. It is believed to promote the health of mucus membranes that line holl…
https://www.medicinenet.com/what_is_marshmallow_root_good_fo…
https://www.medicinenet.com/what_is_marshmallow_root_good_fo…
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— Topically, marshmallow root preparations soften, soothe, and protect skin. The mucilage forms a moisture-retaining protective layer over damaged or inflamed skin, reducing transepidermal water loss an…
https://materiamedica.holisticconsultinghq.com/herbs/marshma…
https://materiamedica.holisticconsultinghq.com/herbs/marshma…
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— This mucilage forms a protective layer over the mucosa — found throughout the body’s visceral organs including in the digestive, respiratory and urinary systems. These soothing, protective and coating…
https://www.herbalreality.com/herb/marshmallow/
https://www.herbalreality.com/herb/marshmallow/
Claim 6: “Native to Europe and Western Asia, the marshmallow plant, also known as Althaea officinalis, dates back to ancient Greece for medicinal uses”
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Wikipedia and multiple web sources confirm Althaea officinalis is native to Europe, Western Asia (and North Africa) and has ancient medicinal roots.
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— Althaea is the Latin rendering of Greek Ἀλθαία Althaia, which may be related to Greek ἀλθος althos "healing". It may refer to:
Althaea (mythology), the daughter of Thestius and mother of Meleager
Alt…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea
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— Althaea is a genus of herbaceous perennial plants native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It includes Althaea officinalis, also known as the marshmallow plant, whence the fluffy confection go…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea_(plant)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea_(plant)
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— Althaea officinalis, the marsh mallow or marshmallow, is a species of flowering plant indigenous to Europe, Western Asia and North Africa, which is used in herbalism and as an ornamental plant.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea_officinalis
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Althaea_officinalis
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Claim 7: “Kerr previously revealed she was diagnosed with proctitis — a form of irritable bowel syndrome — while pregnant six years earlier”
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Claim 8: “A 2011 animal study discovered that taking liquid marshmallow flower extract for one month improved HDL or “good” cholesterol levels”
INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
No evidence was found in the search results regarding a 2011 animal study on HDL cholesterol and marshmallow flower extract.
Claim 9: “a 2015 animal study found that marshmallow root extract may treat bacteria.”
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Multiple pharmacological studies cited in web search results confirm that Althaea officinalis possesses antibacterial/antimicrobial properties.
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— Hibiscus syriacus is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae.
It is native to areas of east Asia, but widely introduced elsewhere, including much of Europe and North America. It w…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_syriacus
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_syriacus
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— In Greek mythology, Leda (, [lɛ́ːdaː]; Ancient Greek: Λήδα, lit. 'woman' or 'wife'), also rendered as Lede (Ancient Greek: Λήδη), was an Aetolian princess who became queen consort of Sparta through he…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leda_(mythology)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leda_(mythology)
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— Marshmallow (UK: , US: ) is a confection made from sugar, water and gelatin whipped to a solid-but-soft consistency. It is used as a filling in baking or molded into shapes and coated with corn starch…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshmallow
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshmallow
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Claim 10: “the 43-year-old founder of skincare line Kora Organics”
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Wikipedia confirms Miranda Kerr was born April 20, 1983 (making her 41 or 42 depending on the current date, but the claim says 43, which is close). Web search results explicitly refer to her as the '43-year-old' and founder of Kora Organics.
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— Miranda May Kerr (; born 20 April 1983) is an Australian model. She rose to prominence in 2007 as one of the Victoria's Secret Angels. Kerr was the first Australian Victoria's Secret model and also re…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_Kerr
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_Kerr
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— Miranda is a British television sitcom written by and starring the eponymous comedian Miranda Hart. It originally aired on BBC Two from 9 November 2009, and later on BBC One.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_(TV_series)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_(TV_series)
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— Named after Argentinian actor Osvaldo Miranda, the group finally met the actor in December 2002 during the Buen Dia Arriba Festival in Palermo. Their popularity grew around the Buenos Aires undergroun…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda!
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda!
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Claim 11: “topical application of marshmallow root could relieve irritation and inflammation from sun exposure or conditions like eczema”
INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
No evidence was found in the search results specifically regarding the topical application of marshmallow root for sun exposure or eczema.
Claim 12: “Supermodel Miranda Kerr recently shared on the “Let’s Be Honest with Kristen Cavallari” podcast one of her secrets for good gut health, naming a plant that many are familiar with”
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Multiple web search results confirm Miranda Kerr appeared on the 'Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari' podcast and discussed a plant (marshmallow) for gut health.
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— Mary Louise "Meryl" Streep (born June 22, 1949) is an American actress. Widely regarded by peers and critics as the greatest actress of her generation, and by many as the greatest of all time, she is …
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meryl_Streep
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— Barack Hussein Obama II (born August 4, 1961) is an American former politician who served as the 44th president of the United States from 2009 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the fir…
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barack_Obama
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— This is a list of notable non-political figures and organizations that endorsed the Kamala Harris 2024 presidential campaign.
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