The inner bark of slippery elm has been central to Native American healing traditions for centuries. Its abundant mucilage coats and soothes the entire gastrointestinal tract, making it invaluable for leaky gut, IBS, gastritis, and oesophageal reflux. The soft, gelatinous powder can also be applied externally to soothe wounds, burns, and skin irritations.
inner bark
powder, tea, gruel, capsule
1 tsp powder stirred into water or porridge 2–3× daily; or steep 2 tsp bark 15 min
Generally very safe. May slow absorption of medications — take 2 hours apart. Avoid bark form in pregnancy (root bark is emmenagogue).
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