Slippery elm is the powdered inner bark of a type of elm tree with wonderful properties. It is very nutritious as well as having very soothing and healing properties. Many people swear by slippery elm's ability to help keep the whole length of the intestinal tract soothed, from the stomach through the duodenum and small intestine right to the colon. For this purpose, slippery elm can be taken as often as hourly if wished - it is a very safe, soothing herb. Slippery Elm Capsules or Tea are particularly suitable for children, the elderly, and the weak.