Slippery Elm Bark, Cut 60g

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Slippery elm bark added to room temperature water has a slippery and mucilaginous consistency. Historically soaked slippery elm bark was used as a natural bandage.

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COMMON NAME

Standardized: slippery elm

 

BOTANICAL NAME

Ulmus rubra Muhl.
Plant Family: Ulmaceae

 

OVERVIEW

The slippery elm is a large, deciduous tree that is native to North American from Texas to Manitoba, and from Florida to Quebec. When growing in well-drained soils, it can reach a height of 60 feet (20 meters). The inner bark of the branches is collected in spring. Slippery elm bark added to room temperature water has a slippery and mucilaginous consistency. Native Americans used soaked slippery elm bark as a natural bandages. Many tribes also wrapped slippery elm around stored food to prevent spoilage. Slippery elm also served as a food during famine and for making porridge for small children and elderly persons.

 

PARTS USED

The chopped bark is suitable for topical preparations. Use ground bark for tea. The inner bark is preferred and this is what Mountain Rose Herbs exclusively offers.

 

TYPICAL PREPARATIONS

Teas, infusions, poultices. Up to 5 tablespoons (15 grams) of slippery elm bark can be dissolved in a cup (240 ml) of water. Sometimes found encapsulated and as a liquid extract.

 

PRECAUTIONS

Specific: Slippery Elm should be taken with at least 250mL (8 oz) of liquid. Orally administered drugs should be taken one hour prior to or several hours after consumption of slippery elm. The mucilage may slow the absorption of orally administered drugs.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

 

 

For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

 

Copyright © 2018 Mountain Rose Herbs.

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