ingestible · for acid reflux & heartburn
Slippery Elm Tea
Reviewed by the Nimbera editorial team · Last updated May 2026
How to use
Mix 1-2 tsp slippery elm bark powder in 8oz warm water. Drink after meals and before bed.
How it works
Slippery elm creates a gel-like mucilage that coats and soothes the esophageal lining, acting as a physical buffer against acid. Traditional use is well-documented; clinical trial evidence is limited.
Where to buy
Health food stores and online. Traditional Medicinals Throat Coat tea contains slippery elm.
Typical cost: $8-18
Safety notes
May slow absorption of medications - take at least 2 hours apart from any other medicines.
Drug & supplement interactions
- Always tell your doctor or pharmacist about any supplements you take.
- Interactions can occur with prescription medications, blood thinners, and immunosuppressants.
- Herbal remedies can affect how the body absorbs or metabolises drugs.
- Check drugs.com interactions checker before starting.
Clinical source
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