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| Let me introduce you to Slippery Elm It is a soothing herb that relieves all kind of ailments, so I like it as a permanent fixture in my med cabinet. My mother uses in her tea when she has an acid stomach and Iused it when my dogs were will with diaherra. Wonderful healer. Native Americans used slippery elm in healing salves for wounds, boils, ulcers, burns, and skin inflammation. It was also taken orally to relieve coughs, sore throats, diarrhea, and stomach problems. Slippery elm contains mucilage, a substance that becomes a slick gel when mixed with water. It coats and soothes the mouth, throat, stomach, and intestines; it may also contain antioxidants that can help relieve inflammatory bowel conditions. The mucilaginous inner bark of Slippery Elm has been used medicinally. Has been noted to of been used for the following conditions: Sore throat Cough Gastro reflux disease (GERD) Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis Diarrhea Wounds, burns, boils, and other skin conditions (external) Slippery elm is a medium-sized tree native to North America. It can reach well over 50 feet in height and is topped by spreading branches that form an open crown. The red-brown or orange branches grow downward, and the stalk less flowers are arranged in dense clusters. The plant's leaves are long and green, darkening in color during the fall. The bark has deep fissures, a gummy texture, and a slight but distinct odor. The inner bark is dried and powdered, and used for medicinal purposes |
| Slippery elm has no serious side effects. Because it coats the digestive tract, it may slow down the absorption of other drugs or herbs. You should take slippery elm 2 hours before or after other herbs or medications you may be taking. Slippery elm is thought to be safe in pregnancy and during breastfeeding, but no scientific studies have been done to confirm this. The outer bark of the elm tree, however, may contain substances that could increase the risk of miscarriage, so sometimes pregnant women are advised to avoid slippery elm. Identification of all herbs is a must, and you must learn how to identify any plants before attempting to pick your own, as they are many that resemble each other. The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. Herbs, however, can trigger side effects and can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For these reasons, herbs should be taken with care, under the supervision of a health care provider. |