Slippery Elm Powder
by NOW · Powder
Supplement facts from the label of Slippery Elm Powder by NOW: Calories 5.0 Calorie(s), Total Carbohydrates 1.0 Gram(s), Slippery Elm, Powder 1.5 Gram(s).
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5.0 Calorie(s) | — | — |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.0 Gram(s) | 1% | — |
| Slippery Elm, Powder | 1.5 Gram(s) | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested usage: Stir 1 teaspoon into 1 cup of water and simmer for several minutes. Let cool. Add honey and sip or gargle for 1 minute before swallowing.
Formula re: Contains: Slippery elm, also known as red elm, moose elm or Indian elm, is a small tree that has been traditionally used by herbalists for over 100 years. It was reportedly used by native North Americans and early settlers as a survival food. Its bark is known for its mucilage constituents, which can help to coat and soothe the tissues of the GI tract.
FDA Disclaimer Statement: 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.
Precautions re: Children: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Pregnant or nursing women: Do not use unless recommended by your physician. Consult physician if taking medication or have a medical condition.
Precautions re: Children: Keep out of reach of children.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).