NOW Foods Slippery Elm Powder
Description
NOW Slippery Elm Powder is made from the inner bark of Ulmus rubra, ground into a fine powder for adults who want a traditional herbal preparation to help soothe the GI tract. Slippery elm has a long history of use by herbalists and was historically used as a survival food.
Each 1 teaspoon (1.8 g) serving supplies 1,800 mg of Slippery Elm Powder (Inner Bark) along with 5 calories and 2 g of total carbohydrate. The mucilage naturally present in the bark is what gives the powder its soothing, coating texture when mixed with water.
People stir Slippery Elm Powder into hot water to make a simmered preparation, sipped or used as a gargle. NOW Foods manufactures it in an Intertek GMP certified facility; it is Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, keto friendly, and free of dairy, egg, soy, gluten, nuts, and shellfish.
Key Benefits
- Helps coat and soothe tissues of the GI tract
- Made from 100% Slippery Elm inner bark
- Contains naturally occurring mucilage
- Simple single ingredient formula with no fillers
- Vegan and Non-GMO Project Verified
- 4 oz bottle provides about 63 servings
Formula Highlights
- Slippery Elm Powder (Inner Bark), 1,800 mg per teaspoon
How To Use
Stir 1 teaspoon into 1 cup of water and simmer for several minutes. Let cool, add honey if desired, and sip or gargle for 1 minute before swallowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just mix this with cold water instead of simmering it?
NOW's suggested preparation is to simmer it briefly in water, which helps release the mucilage; a cold mix will not have the same texture.
Is this the same as the Slippery Elm capsules NOW sells?
No. This is the loose inner bark powder meant to be prepared as a warm drink or gargle, while NOW's capsule version is a fixed dose taken like a standard supplement.
Who should not use Slippery Elm Powder?
It is intended for adults only. Pregnant or nursing women, and anyone taking medication or with a medical condition, should consult a physician before use.
Does it contain any added sweeteners or fillers?
No, the only ingredient is Slippery Elm Powder (Inner Bark).
How many servings are in one bottle?
A 4 oz bottle provides about 63 servings at 1 teaspoon each.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.