Slippery Elm Bark Powder by Blooms

Blooms Slippery Elm Bark is a convenient way to settle an acidic or irritated stomach. Available in both tablet and pleasant tasting powder form.  It can alleviate heartburn by coating and 'soothing' the irritated upper gastrointestinal tract and reduces the symptoms of indigestion, constipation and diarrhea. A pleasant tasting way to settle an acidic or irritated stomach.

Blooms Slippery Elm bark powder is a traditional 'mucilaginous' remedy which has a soothing effect on the digestive system and may help to soothe an irritated or unsettled stomach and gastrointestinal tract. Mucilage is a complex mixture of polysaccharides extracted as a viscous or gelatinous fibre.

Slippery Elm is considered a bulk laxative as the mucilage absorbs water. The result of this is that it swells in the intestine, helping to initiate a bowel movement. It is important to drink plenty of water, especially if using it for this effect. Slippery Elm bark can also be used as a soothing demulcent to the digestive tract and can relieve both constipation and diarrhoea.

Of all the herbs used medicinally, Slippery Elm bark is one of the most well-known and frequently used. The slippery elm is a medium-sized tree native to North America. In order to be used for medicinal purposes, the inner bark is dried and powdered.

In the 19th Century Elm Bark lozenges were recommended for professional singers with the advertorial, "Sing better with slippery elm" due to the soothing action of slippery elm on irritated mucous membranes.

Each Tablet contains:

Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) bark powder
Prepared using premium powder 750mg

No added gluten, yeast, salt, artificial colour, flavour or preservatives. Contains lactose.

Each gram contains:
Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) bark powder
Prepared using premium powder 1 g

No added gluten, yeast, milk derivatives, salt, lactose, artificial colour, flavour or preservatives.

Directions for use:

Adults: Take 1 tablet 3 times daily. Tablets may be chewed or swallowed with water.
Or for powder, mix one 5 ml teaspoonful of Blooms Slippery Elm powder into a smooth paste in half a cup of cold water. Fill the cup with hot water, stirring continuously. Honey or a sprinkling of cinnamon may be added to taste. Blooms Slippery Elm powder should be taken 1-3 times daily or as directed. Drink plenty of water.

If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner. Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems. If diarrhoea persists for more than 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3-6 or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years, seek medical advice.

Click here to see more Blooms products