Slippery elm is a type of tree to which herbal remedies may be made from. It contains mucilage that when mixed with water becomes a slick gel. The gel helps to soothe the lining of the stomach and intestines and can provide relief from symptoms of Crohn’s Disease, IBS, and ulcerative colitis. The gel also helps with coughs and sore throats. Slippery elm may help in the case of inflammation in the urinary tract. It also can ease heartburn and GERD. It can be found in capsule form, tea, extract, and powder form.
