Slippery ElmSlippery Elm
herb
别名: Ulmus rubra, Ulmus fulva, Red Elm, Indian Elm, Moose Elm
About
Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) inner bark contains mucilage polysaccharides that form a soothing protective gel when mixed with water. This gel may coat and protect the esophageal and gastric mucosa, providing temporary relief from irritation. It may also help stimulate mucus secretion from goblet cells and contains antioxidant tannins. While traditionally used for centuries, clinical trial data remains very limited.
How It Works
Mucilage polysaccharides form a protective gel coating the esophageal and gastric mucosa on contact; stimulates mucus secretion from goblet cells via mechanoreceptor activation; antioxidant tannins reduce mucosal oxidative stress; demulcent action provides physical barrier against acid irritation.
Evidence For Conditions
| 健康状况 | 等级 | 研究数量 | 受试者 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) | D | 1 | 40 | 查看 → |
| Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) | D | 0 | -- | 查看 → |
Side Effects
- May slow absorption of oral medications due to mucilage coating (space 1-2 hours)
- Rare allergic reactions (contact dermatitis reported)
- Mild nausea in some individuals
- Potential for contaminants in unregulated products
Drug & Supplement Interactions
- May reduce absorption of oral medications by coating the GI tract (space 1-2 hours from all oral meds)
- No significant pharmacological interactions known
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