Slippery elm
Ulmus rubra
also known as Red elm, Indian elm
Moderate (traditional + soothing)
A North American native tree whose inner bark forms a soothing mucilage used for sore throat and digestive irritation.
- Demulcent for sore throat
- Eases acid reflux discomfort
- Soothes irritated digestive lining
- Supports inflammatory bowel discomfort
- Used by Indigenous tribes of eastern North America
- Inner bark forms a soothing gel with water
Active in Mucilage, Tannins, Phytosterols.
May slow absorption of medications — separate by 2 hours
Use sustainably-sourced bark only — wild trees are threatened
Insufficient data in pregnancy — generally cautious avoidance
Memorial Sloan Kettering About Herbs · EMA Herbal Medicinal Product Monographs · American Botanical Council HerbMedPro
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