Description
key features :
- HERBAL SUPPLEMENT: Slippery elm, also known as red elm, moose elm, or Indian elm, is a small North American tree that has been traditionally used by herbalists for over 100 years.
- HISTORICAL USE: It was reportedly used by native North Americans and early settlers as a survival food.
- HELPS COAT AND SOOTHE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT*: Its bark is known for its mucilage constituents, which can help to coat and soothe the tissues of the GI tract.
Country of Origin : USA
Manufacturer/Importer/Packed By: NOW
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about this product
What is NOW Slippery Elm 400 mg?
NOW Slippery Elm 400 mg is an herbal supplement made from slippery elm, supplied as 100 capsules. Slippery elm is a small North American tree that the listing says has been used traditionally by herbalists for over 100 years.
Which other names describe the herb in NOW Slippery Elm?
NOW notes that slippery elm is also called red elm, moose elm or Indian elm. All of these names refer to the same small North American tree used in NOW Slippery Elm 400 mg capsules.
What does NOW say about slippery elm bark mucilage?
NOW says slippery elm bark is known for its mucilage constituents, which can help coat the tissues of the gastrointestinal tract. This is the brand's own structure and function description of the herb used in the capsules.
How was the slippery elm in NOW capsules used historically?
Slippery elm was reportedly used by native North Americans and early settlers as a survival food, according to NOW. The listing also notes that herbalists have used the tree traditionally for more than 100 years.
How many capsules are in NOW Slippery Elm 400 mg?
NOW Slippery Elm comes in a bottle of 100 capsules, each listed at 400 mg in the product name. The listing does not give serving directions, so follow the instructions printed on the bottle label. Please consult your doctor before use.
Who makes NOW Slippery Elm capsules?
NOW makes Slippery Elm 400 mg and lists the USA as the country of origin. The listing says the company has worked in the natural products industry since 1968, offering herbal supplements such as this slippery elm formula.
