Herb
Slippery elm
SaveA mucilage-rich bark used for throat, cough, and upper-GI lining support.
Quick verdict
A classic soothing demulcent with a good practical niche, though large modern trials are scarce.
Evidence score
25/ 100
A rough internal score reflecting quantity, quality, and consistency of human evidence. Not a clinical recommendation.
What the research shows
Slippery elm forms a viscous gel that can coat irritated tissues. It appears in many throat and digestive formulas but has limited standalone trial data.
Benefits
- Soothes sore throat and dry cough
- May calm upper-GI irritation
- Useful in lozenges and demulcent teas
Dosage notes
Commonly used as lozenges, powder mixed with water, or tea-like preparations.
Side effects
- Bloating
- Reduced absorption of nearby medication
Who should be cautious
As with other mucilage herbs, it may reduce absorption of medications if taken simultaneously.
What this page cannot tell you
Traditional use is long, but modern randomized evidence is thinner than the reputation suggests.
Leaderboard scores
- Recovery15
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