Frontier Natural Products Slippery Elm Inner Bark Powder

Frontier Natural Products Slippery Elm Inner Bark Powder is 100% pure Ulmus fulva inner bark, finely powdered and rich in mucilaginous compounds that coat, calm, and heal irritated tissues throughout the digestive tract, throat, and skin. Available in 100g trial size and 453g bulk. Repackaged by SuperfoodsNZ. Suitable for humans, cats, dogs, and horses.

Why

Slippery Elm (Ulmus fulva), also known as Red Elm, Moose Elm, or Indian Elm, is a small tree native to North America whose inner bark has been used medicinally for centuries. Native American peoples used it as both food and medicine — as a survival food during lean times, a poultice for wounds and skin conditions, and a remedy for digestive complaints. Early American settlers quickly adopted it, and legend has it that troops at Valley Forge survived harsh winter conditions partly on slippery elm gruel. The secret to slippery elm’s remarkable versatility lies in its extraordinarily high mucilage content. When the powdered bark comes into contact with water, it swells into a thick, gel-like substance that acts as a demulcent — coating and soothing irritated mucous membranes wherever it travels. This makes it uniquely effective for the entire length of the digestive tract, from the throat and oesophagus right through to the stomach, small intestine, and colon. The inner bark — not the outer bark — is the medicinally active part, containing the highest concentration of mucilaginous compounds. Frontier Co-op has been a trusted source of quality botanicals since 1976.

Key Benefits

• Gut soothing — coats and calms irritated stomach and intestinal lining; supports IBS, gastritis, and ulcer recovery
• Throat & oesophagus relief — soothes sore throats, acid reflux, and oesophageal irritation
• Skin poultice — traditionally applied topically for skin ulcers, wounds, burns, and inflammatory skin conditions
• Nutritive food — easily digestible, gentle enough for convalescence, infants, and the elderly
• Kidney support — traditionally used to support urinary tract comfort and kidney health
• Pet health — well tolerated by cats, dogs, and horses for digestive and skin support
• Available in 100g trial size and 453g bulk economy size

Formula Highlights

• Slippery Elm Inner Bark (Ulmus fulva), powdered — 100% pure inner bark; highest concentration of mucilaginous compounds
• No additives — pure single-ingredient powder
• Repackaged by SuperfoodsNZ — same premium Frontier Co-op quality in convenient trial and bulk sizes

Suggested Use

As a drink/gruel: Stir 1 tsp into a cup of hot water, simmer for a few minutes, and drink warm. Add honey or cinnamon to taste. Can also be mixed into porridge, smoothies, or warm milk.

As a poultice: Mix powder with enough water to form a thick paste and apply directly to the affected skin area. Cover with a clean cloth and leave for 20–30 minutes.

For pets: Mix a small amount into food or water — consult your veterinarian for appropriate dosing by animal size.

Other Ingredients

100% Ulmus fulva inner bark powder. No additives. Repackaged from bulk by SuperfoodsNZ.

About Frontier Natural Products & SuperfoodsNZ

Frontier Natural Products Co-op has been a trusted leader in quality herbs and botanicals since 1976, member-owned and committed to responsible, sustainable sourcing. SuperfoodsNZ repackages this premium Frontier slippery elm into convenient 100g trial and 453g bulk economy sizes — the same pure, quality product in more accessible formats.

Warnings

Slippery elm’s mucilage may slow the absorption of medications — take at least 1–2 hours apart from any prescription medications. Not recommended during pregnancy without healthcare practitioner guidance. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.