Natures Aid Slippery Elm with Peppermint

Inflammation, irritation, spasm, burning, bloating and ulceration are some of the most common afflictions of the digestive system. The causes are various, from acid reflux, poor bile flow and incomplete digestion, to fermentation and infection further on in the bowel.

What is Natures Aid Slippery Elm with Peppermint used for?

Coating areas of inflammation, speeding healing and reducing gas and spasms are measures that should help many people feel more comfortable. Pungent herbs, like ginger, can accelerate the digestive process, so potential irritants spend less time in the digestive system.

Main uses:

• Digestive irritation
• Pain of hiatus hernia
• Digestive ulceration
• Bloating
• Indigestion

Other Information:

Slippery Elm - has a high mucilage content, a substance that effectively soothes and coats the lining of the digestive system to protect against acid and irritants. Slippery Elm also has some anti-inflammatory effects.

Peppermint - has some similar effects to ginger, sharing the carminative, anti-spasmodic and choleretic benefits. Peppermint is especially effective in Irritable Bowel Syndrome, relaxing the hyper-contractability of the smooth muscles of the intestines.

Why Choose Natures Aid Slippery Elm with Peppermint?
Each vegetarian capsule contains:

Slippery Elm bark extract, equivalent to 200mg of dried bark
Marshmallow root extract, equivalent to 250mg of dried root
Ginger root extract, equivalent to 150mg of dried root, standardised to provide 1.2mg of gingerols and shogaols
Peppermint oil 15mg

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Contra-indications / Precautions:

Ginger is not suitable for those taking blood thinners. Peppermint should be avoided in cases of chronic heartburn, or obstructions of the bile ducts.