Red elm - this is a species of herb that we rarely hear about and rarely reach for. What a pity! Red elm bark is a natural drug that has a healing effect on the respiratory system. What else can it be used for?

Red Elm(Latin: Ulmus rubra Muhl) is a branchy tree thatgrows up to 20 m talland is distinguished by a beautiful crown. It has ared-brown barkand turns black with age.

Where is the most common?Red elm can be found most quicklyin the central and southern part of North Americaon low slopes, on the banks of water and in wet and flooded places.Its bark plays the most important role . Fortunately, we don't have to go overseas to have it in our first aid kit. It is available in every herbal store.

Red Elm: Properties

In the case of lung infection, we do not only have to be doomed to pharmacological preparations. In such situations, it is worth reaching for herbs, including red elm. Why? Red elm, and in particular its bark, hasunique healing properties , such as:

  • expectorant,
  • soothing irritation,
  • nourishing and toning,
  • softening,
  • slightly astringent.

Red Elm: Action

Red elm was already appreciated byNative North American Indiansmany hundreds of years ago. Following their lead, the bark of red elmcan be used in treatment :

  • upper respiratory tract infections,
  • colds,
  • sore throat,
  • digestive system ailments, incl. constipation, hyperacidity,
  • mouth ulcers.

Red Elm Bark is a herbal food thatcares for he althy mucous membranes in the digestive tract and upper respiratory tract . It contains active substances, such as tannins, flavanoids and salicylic acid, which soothe existing irritations and cavities and promote their healing. The bark owes its uniqueproperties to its high mucilage content . Locks are substances that absorb large amounts of water. They form agel to cover the mucosa(Greekmucosa ) with a protective layer and prevent damage.

Wellred elm bark is helpful inregenerating mucous membranes, especially the lungs and stomach . As a result, it is recommended fortreatment of chronic lung diseaseswith symptoms of dry lung tissue and dryness in the lungs.

Red elm: how to use?

As we already know, red elm bark has he alth-promoting properties. It's a good idea to makean infusion of it during the dayin small portions, preferably between meals.How to make a water extract?

  1. Pour 4-5 g of cut or ground bark into a mug and pour overwith boiling or warm water .
  2. Cover and set aside for 20-30 minutes.
  3. After this time, we can treat ourselves to a healing drink.

This is not the only application. We can also add 1-2 teaspoons (about 1-2 g) of red elm barkto yoghurt, juice or milk.Due to the fact that the bark is difficult to digest, it is better to combine it with small amounts hot spices, incl. cinnamon, ginger or cloves. It also works well withcomfrey root and a small amount of licorice .

Red elm: contraindications

Not everyone can use red elm bark. The group of people who should not use it, however, are:

  • people with hypersensitivity, even on one of its ingredients,
  • pregnant women,
  • nursing mothers.

Bibliography:

  • Science Direct,Ulmus Rubra.
  • Dr. Henryk Różański,Red Elm - Ulmus rubra Muhlenberg in practical phytotherapy .

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