Slippery Elm Tea: A Soothing Gut Health Ally You’ll Wish You Found Sooner

If you’re struggling with bloating, heartburn, or inflammation in your gut, you’re not alone.

You’ve tried all the things, like cutting out foods, adding probiotics, and drinking lemon water, without lasting relief. 

It’s time to meet a lesser-known herbal helper: slippery elm tea.

This gentle, gut-friendly drink has been a game changer for many of my clients.

What Is Slippery Elm?

Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a tree native to North America. 

The inner bark has been used for centuries in traditional healing practices, especially by Native American communities, to calm inflammation and irritation in the body.

It is rich in something called mucilage, a substance that coats and calms irritated tissues.

It’s basically a warm hug for your digestive system.

Here’s why I often recommend slippery elm tea in my Gut Restoration Program:

1. Soothes the Gut Lining

   The mucilage coats the GI tract, helping to calm inflammation and support healing. This is especially helpful for those with leaky gut, IBS, or gastritis.

2. Naturally Supports Heartburn Relief

   Instead of shutting down stomach acid (like PPIs do), slippery elm provides a protective layer that helps buffer acid and reduce irritation.

3. Gently Promotes Regularity

   It has a mild bulking and laxative effect, great for those who experience constipation, without the harsh effects of stimulant laxatives.

4. Feeds Your Good Gut Bacteria

   Slippery elm can act like a prebiotic, providing fuel for beneficial microbes in your microbiome.
   

This herbal remedy is especially helpful for:

• People with GERD, reflux, or heartburn

• Those with bloating, constipation, or gut inflammation

• Anyone experiencing food sensitivities or a “raw” digestive system

• Clients in the early stages of gut repair who need extra support

How to Make Slippery Elm Tea

1. Fill a teapot with 12 oz. of water and bring to a boil.

2. Add 2 tbsp. of slippery elm bark to the mug.

3. Pour the boiling water into the mug. Allow the slippery elm bark to steep in the water for three minutes.

4. Stir the tea with a spoon for one minute, then allow the slippery elm bark to steep for an additional minute before drinking.

Optional: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon, a slice of fresh ginger, or a drizzle of honey for flavor.

Drink up to 4 cups throughout the day, away from meals.

Important Notes

Because it coats the gut lining, slippery elm can reduce the absorption of medications or supplements if taken together. 

👉 Always check with your prescribing provider before taking a new supplement or tea

👉 Space it out by at least 1 hour from other supplements or prescriptions

👉 We are all bio-individual; slippery elm might not be the right fit for everyone

👉 Always buy high-quality, organic slippery elm 

👉Consult your practitioner if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Final Thoughts: A Gentle Tool for Deep Relief

Slippery elm tea isn’t a trendy fix. 

It’s a time-tested, deeply soothing support for those who are ready to truly care for their gut.

During my 6-Month Gut Restoration Program, I often bring in tools like this alongside lab testing, nutrition protocols, and targeted supplements to help clients heal at the root.

If you're tired of bloating, burnout, and trial and error, I invite you to book a free 60-minute Gut Health Discovery Call.

Let’s find out what’s really going on and get you on a plan that actually works.

👉 Book Your Free Gut Health Discovery Call Here