Slippery Elm

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AKA:  American Elm, Moose Elm, Indian Elm

Species: Ulmus rubra

Active Chemical Component: tannins, phytoestrols, sesquiterpenes

Uses:  Slippery Elm is used mostly as a topical to sooth wounds and burns.  It is also reportedly useful to relieve various GI complaints.

What you should know:  The whole bark preparation is associated with SAB and its use during pregnancy is not recommended.

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