Ulmus rubra. Slippery Elm is a soothing, demulcent herb traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to calm and protect irritated mucous membranes throughout the digestive and respiratory tracts. Rich in mucilage, it forms a protective coating over inflamed tissues, helping to relieve irritation, support healing, and restore the integrity of the gastrointestinal lining. Widely used in cases of gastritis, reflux, peptic ulceration, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel conditions, Slippery Elm also supports normal bowel function by soothing both constipation and diarrhoea associated with mucosal irritation. Its gentle nutritive properties make it particularly valuable during periods of digestive recovery, chronic inflammation, or convalescence. Traditional Use Traditionally used by Native American peoples as a nourishing food and medicine for digestive complaints, sore throats, coughs, wounds, burns, and gastrointestinal irritation. Actions Demulcent, nutritive, anti-inflammatory, emollient Indications Gastro-oesophageal reflux gastritis peptic ulcers irritable bowel syndrome inflammatory bowel conditions diarrhoea or constipation associated with gastrointestinal irritation sore throat dry cough Energetics Cooling, moistening Use in Pregnancy It is likely to be safe, but safety is still to be established. Contraindications & Cautions May reduce the absorption of medications or supplements due to its high mucilage content. Take at least 1–2 hours apart from other oral medicines and nutritional supplements. Drug Interactions May delay the absorption of orally administered medications. Separate dosing by at least 1–2 hours. Dietary Information Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free. Substitutes Marshmallow Root, Plantain, Licorice, Calendula, Chamomile