Herbsconnect Slippery Elm Bark Powder - 100g

Slippery elm also contains valuable antioxidants which makes it an ideal substance for treating burns, wounds, boils, psoriasis, and other skin ailments. Additionally, it contains a substance known as phenolics. Phenolics are aromatic benzene ring compounds that produce hydroxyl groups. These groups protect against stress making slippery elm an excellent stress reliever. Slippery elm is also thought to potentially help fight cancer due to its anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants.In addition to it's healing and soothing properties, it also contains as much nutrition as a bowl of oatmeal. You can create some wholesome and sustaining foods with it which can be great for someone with health issues who may be struggling with eating and maintaining their nutrition. Slippery elm food is generally made by mixing a tablespoon of the powder into a thin and perfectly smooth paste with cold water and then pouring on a cup of boiling water, steadily stirring meanwhile. Flavor with cinnamon or nutmeg. This makes an excellent drink in cases of irritation of the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines. Drink some at night as well for a restful night sleep. Fantastic results can come from incorporating slippery elm into your food three times a day. Add it into some oatmeal, or even a smoothie. Stomach issues can resolve quickly, bronchitis and coughs are greatly relieved, and it brings healing to the lungs,

What’s It Used For?
Slippery elm can be used to soothe a number of symptoms.

1. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Slippery elm bark is a demulcent. This means that it is capable of soothing the lining of the stomach and intestines and reducing irritation. Demulcents are sometimes referred to as mucoprotective agents.
Recent studies have shown that slippery elm bark can help treat the symptoms associated with inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
One small clinical study found that a mixture containing slippery elm enhanced bowel movements in patients with constipation-predominant IBS; however, the bark was part of a mixture of ingredients, and no study to date has supported these findings. Another study found that slippery elm had an antioxidant effect in people with Crohn’s disease.
More research is needed to confirm these effects.

2. Soothing a Cough and Sore Throat
Slippery elm contains mucilage, a sticky mixture of sugars that can’t be broken down by the human digestive tract. The mucilage coats the throat, so it’s no surprise that slippery elm is found commercially in many brands of throat lozenges.
Slippery elm is believed to be an antitussive, meaning it’s great for coughs and for symptoms of other upper respiratory ailments like bronchitis or asthma. Again, there are no studies to support or refute these claims.
A study examining the bark’s use in people with laryngitis or throat inflammation and voice problems has also shown some potential soothing effects. More research is needed.

3. Irritation of the Urinary Tract
Slippery elm is sometimes recommended to people who experience unexplained inflammation of the urinary tract, like those with interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome). Slippery elm powder is thought to soothe the lining of the urinary tract. Therefore, it might help alleviate the painful irritating symptoms. Again, studies are needed to either support or refute these claims.
As a mild diuretic, it also helps increase the flow of urine and eliminate waste from the body.

4. Heartburn and GERD
Slippery elm may be helpful for treating occasional heartburn, also known as acid reflux. It’s also considered an herbal remedy for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
GERD is a chronic disease that occurs when stomach acid flows back into esophagus and irritates the lining.
The mucilage of slippery elm coats the esophagus and may help prevent the irritation and inflammation that occurs when stomach acid flows up the esophagus.
If you experience heartburn or GERD, check with your doctor. He may agree to you trying a mix of 1-2 tablespoons of slippery elm with a glass of water and drinking it after a meal as a natural remedy.
How Does It Work?
Slippery elm contains mucilage. Mucilage is a substance made from polysaccharides. When mucilage comes in contact with water, it swells up and becomes a gel. This gel has been reported to help soothe dry or inflamed skin, such as in psoriasis. Mucilage can also heal injuries and wounds, soothe a dry throat, and reduce throat inflammation [