Herb · North America

Slippery Elm

Ulmus rubra

HerbNorth AmericaMedium potency

Traditional Uses

DemulcentSoothingMucilageGut healer

Traditionally used for

Traditionally prepared as

Mix 1 tsp powder in water to form gruel. Take before meals.

This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.

Safety profile

May delay medication absorption.

Check interactions with your medications

Categories

#digestive#soothing#gut-health

This profile is educational. Herbal remedies can be powerful and may interact with medications. Always discuss new supplements with your physician or pharmacist before starting, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while taking prescription drugs.