{"product_id":"slippery-elm-bark-1","title":"Slippery Elm Bark","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is slippery elm bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Ontario, Canada, and the central and eastern United States, the slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a tree. The tree's inner bark has long been used as a treatment for various common illnesses, including fevers, cuts, and sore throats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian elm and red elm are other names for slippery elm. It can reach a height of 60 to 80 feet and is distinctive for its dark brown to reddish-brown bark. Native Americans used its crimson, sticky inner bark as medicine, peeling it off of twigs and branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey discovered that the bark produces mucilage, a sticky substance that is healing and calming to whatever it comes into contact with when it is combined with water. To prevent their meat from spoiling, the Native Americans would also wrap it in the inner bark of the slippery elm tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the American Revolution, American troops used the bark of the slippery elm tree to treat bullet wounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use slippery elm bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard dose for powdered bark is one tablespoon, up to three times a day. It may be blended with water or tea. If you add too much slippery elm, the water may become too thick to drink. To make the beverage more appetizing, you might add honey and sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlippery Elm Bark Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative Americans used slippery elm to make medicinal salves for skin inflammation, burns, sores, boils, and ulcers. Additionally, it was used orally to treat stomach issues, diarrhea, sore throats, and coughs. Mucilage, found in slippery elm, is a component that, when combined with water, forms a slippery gel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eInflammatory Bowel Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bark from slippery elm is soothing. This indicates that it can calm and lessen inflammation in the lining of the stomach and intestines. Mucoprotective agents are another term for demulcents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlippery elm bark may be able to alleviate the symptoms of inflammatory bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), according to recent research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleek elm bark improved bowel movements in people with constipation-predominant IBS, according to a tiny clinical investigation; however, the bark was just one component of the combination, and no further research has confirmed these results. People with Crohn's disease showed an antioxidant effect from slippery elm, according to another study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eSoothing a Cough and Sore Throat:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sticky combination of sugars called mucilage found in slippery elm is indigestible to humans. Given that the mucilage coats the throat, slippery elm's commercial presence in several kinds of throat lozenges is not surprising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause slippery elm is thought to have antitussive properties, it is beneficial for coughs as well as symptoms associated with upper respiratory conditions like asthma or bronchitis. Once again, there are no studies to back up or contradict these assertions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome possible calming benefits of the bark have also been shown by research looking at its use in patients with laryngitis, throat irritation, and voice issues. Further investigation is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eIrritation of the Urinary Tract:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who have urinary tract irritation that cannot be explained, such as those who have interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome), may benefit from taking slippery elm. Powdered slippery elm is said to calm the urinary tract's lining. As a result, it could assist in reducing the uncomfortable, unpleasant symptoms. Once again, research is required to confirm or deny these assertions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, it aids in increasing urine flow and removing waste from the body since it is a moderate diuretic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eHeartburn and GERD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acid reflux, another name for occasional heartburn, may benefit from the use of slippery elm. It's also regarded as a natural treatment for GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcid reflux from the stomach causes GERD, a chronic illness that irritates the lining of the esophagus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slippery elm's mucilage coats the esophagus, perhaps mitigating the discomfort and inflammation caused by stomach acid refluxing up the esophagus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee your physician if you have GERD or heartburn. He could consent to you attempting a home cure by combining 1-2 teaspoons of slippery elm leaves with a glass of water and sipping it after dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Slippery Elm Bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy slippery elm bark from the health food store in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\" title=\"Alive Herbals - The best health food store in the USA.\"\u003eUSA\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlive Herbals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlippery Elm Bark information (at a glance):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eSlippery Elm Bark.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eUlmus rubra.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eIt is native to eastern North America.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eProduct Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eWhole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eAroma: smells similar to Fenugreek. Taste: sweet taste.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eShelf Life is about 06 - 36 months. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and prevent sunlight exposure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eWe requested you, Before consuming \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/spice-shop\" title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\"\u003espices\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, herbs, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/teas-store\" title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\"\u003eteas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or any kind of natural products you consult an expert qualified healthcare practitioner or herbalist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eNotice \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eThis product information has not been appraised by the Food and Drug Administration \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\" title=\"FDA-US - Alive Herbals\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e(FDA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. For educational purposes only.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alive Herbals","offers":[{"title":"22 Grams Or .77 Oz","offer_id":52498374820133,"sku":"sku-44296885174566","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/5104\/0293\/files\/slippery-elm-bark-alive-herbals-usa.jpg?v=1780351609","url":"https:\/\/world-safari-shops.myshopify.com\/products\/slippery-elm-bark-1","provider":"World Safari Shops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}