Slippery Elm Bark (Ulmus fulva v. sp.)

Actions: Demulcent, emollient, mucilage, nutrient, astringent.

Common Use: Slippery elm is very useful in treating digestive conditions with inflamed mucous membrane linings such as gastritis, gastric or duodenal ulcers, enteritis and colitis, where it has a soothing demulcent action. It is often used as a food in convalescence as it is gentle and easily assimilated. As a nutritive tonic it feeds, soothes and strengthens the organs, tissues and mucous membranes, especially the lungs and stomach. By stimulating the growth of new cells, it quickly heals the damaged tissue of burns, cuts, hemorrhaging ulcers and wounds, including those caused by surgery. Slippery elm bark also overcomes debility and emaciation by revitalizing the entire body. The carbohydrates in slippery elm bark, including the starches and sugars, nourish and restore the plasma of the blood and lymph as well as the nervous, respiratory and digestive systems. The tannins provide an astringent quality to contract cell walls and condense tissue, thereby strengthening the muscles and tissues. The powdered bark counteracts excess acids in the stomach and intestines with its powerful alkalizing effect and as a natural antacid, it helps to improve the intestinal flora. Slippery elm bark also produces an antibiotic and antimicrobial effect. This herb is also inluded in Rene Caissie's Essiac formula. Available in formula only.

Formulas containing this herb:

Rene Caisse (essiac) Formulas