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ingestible · for acid reflux & heartburn

Slippery Elm Tea

Limited evidence$8-18

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.