Evidence supporting the use of: Slippery elm bark
For the body system: Solar Plexus

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Slippery elm bark (Ulmus rubra) has a long history of use in North American herbal traditions, particularly among Indigenous peoples and later in Western herbalism. Traditionally, it has been used to soothe mucous membranes throughout the digestive tract, thanks to its mucilage content which forms a gel-like substance when mixed with water. This property led to its use for conditions such as sore throats, coughs, and various digestive complaints including gastritis and ulcers. When referenced in the context of the “Solar Plexus body system”—a term more commonly used in alternative or energetic medicine than in conventional anatomy—slippery elm is sometimes said to support digestive health and, by extension, the solar plexus chakra, which is often associated with digestion and personal power in holistic systems. However, there is limited scientific research validating slippery elm bark’s effects specifically on the “solar plexus” as understood in integrative or energetic medicine. Most modern evidence focuses on its demulcent properties for soothing irritated tissues, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. While it may be beneficial for general digestive health, its use for the solar plexus body system is based on traditional and holistic frameworks rather than rigorous scientific evidence.

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