Slippery elm has been used by many a variety of different cultures as a traditional way to treat various conditions. Now it is being more accepted among the Western population, however as it is still a herbal supplement that is unregulated by the medical body, it is advised that before you use it, you consult your primary care physician.

 

Slippery elm, which has also been called Ulmus fulva, sweet elm, Indian elm, and moose elm has been traditionally used in the past as a way to soothe irritation of the gums or mouth, along with being used to treat ulcerations of the stomach and intestines.

 

Some people also find relief from using Slippery Elm when they are taking care of toothaches, cold sores, boils, burns, or other conditions that are affecting the skin.

 

Who Should Avoid Taking Slippery Elm

 

It should be noted that if you have allergies, especially those related to plants, that you speak to your pharmacist before going on the supplement. These individuals may experience negative side effects upon taking this herbal remedy and need to be slightly more careful. Additionally, anyone who is pregnant or trying to get pregnant should also avoid it as since it has not been thoroughly tested and regulated, you could wind up putting your baby at risk.

 

How To Take Slippery Elm

 

Slippery elm is found as standardized extracts, tinctures, and as a solid formula so you have a wide variety of options to choose from. Most commonly individuals choose to take it in pill form, and when doing so, should be consuming water with it.

 

If you are taking it in liquid form, be absolutely sure to use a dropper so you can get a precise dosage. Others will choose to add liquid slippery elm to brewed tea and consume it that way, so that is yet another way you can get the benefits from this herbal treatment.

 

It should be noted though that you should never use a variety of products containing slippery elm together. For example, if you are already taking it in pill form, avoid using any topical forms as this could put you at risk for an overdose.

 

Also make sure when you store your slippery elm that it is away from the light as much as possible. This will help it stay good for the longest amount of time.

 

Side Effects Of Slippery Elm

 

The side effects that are most often seen with slippery elm are those associated with allergic reactions. This is still a rare occurrence so for the most part you shouldn’t be overly worried that problems will arise. Usually when a reaction is occurring, you’ll experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, the closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, and you may even break out in hives.

 

Be sure if any of these happen, you get to your doctor as quickly as possible to discuss what might be occurring and what action needs to be taken.

 

Finally, slippery elm can cause interactions with other medications you may be taking, providing yet another reason why you need to be contacting your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional before you decide to take this supplement, or before you start taking any other medication for whatever purposes.

 

So, if you are looking for a herbal treatment for any of the symptoms described above, give some consideration to slippery elm. It is not going to be as scientifically proven as some of the more medical treatments out there, but for those who are looking for a more natural approach, it may just be what you are looking for.

 

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