Slippery Elm Water
 
 
    Slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) is an herb used traditionally for digestive difficulties, stomach and intestinal ulcers, and colitis. Slippery elm is a demulcent, high in mucilage, noted for its ability to soothe or protect irritated mucous membranes (1, 2).  Edgar Cayce recommended that slippery elm bark powder be dissolved in water for gastro-intestinal healing.

    For healing leaky gut syndrome, slippery elm bark powder is to be taken in the morning, 1/2 hour before breakfast.  Proportions are: to about 1/4 teaspoon (or less) of slippery elm, add a cup of warm water.  Allow to stand about 15 minutes, then drink.  Do not let it stand beyond 30 minutes before drinking. You can add ice cubes to make the drink more palatable.

Caution: Slippery Elm is not advised for pregnant women.
 
 
REFERENCES

1.  Duke JA. The Green Pharmacy. Emmaus, PA: Rodale Press, 1997.

2.  Golan R. Optimal Wellness. New York: Ballantine Books, 1995.

3.  Tierra L. The Herbs of Life. Crossing, CA: The Freedom Press, 1992.