Slippery elm is used to relieve gastrointestinal conditions, in the treatment of sore throat, indigestion, digestive irritation and stomach ulcers. Slippery Elm has an abundance of mucilage that is beneficial in treating irritation causd by colitis, chronic diarrhea, esophagitis, gastritis and peptic ulcers. External uses include treatment of skin conditions, vaginitis, and hemorrhoids. It can be used as a cough medicine or as a skin smoother and softener.
