Gastritis Support Group

Gastritis is a medical term for inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It means that white blood cells move into the wall of the stomach as a response to some type of injury. Gastritis has many underlying causes, from infection with the bacterium H. pylori, bile reflux, or excessive consumption of alcohol or certain foods or drugs like aspirin.

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Slippery Elm Powder

blh123
blh123
Can someone advise as to what maker and brand of Slippery Elm Powder you use? In addition, can you provide link where you buy it?
I was seeing some on Amazon. I have never tried this but was thinking maybe it would be helpful.
Nina1959
Nina1959
You know, I really don't think it matters much as long as it's well sealed and in date. I use the capsules and just open them up to put in liquid if I want, or take the capsule if I dont, with water or a warm drink. The one I am using now is Nature's way from Amazon.
blh123
blh123
Do you see a considerable difference when you take them? Whats your regimen for taking them? How long you had gastritis? I feel like this will never be healed and I will never be able to enjoy my junk food and beer! LOL!
Danny27
Danny27
I remember reading online somewhere that only the powder + liquid actually works fully. I just started taking it and so far it's actually increased inflammation but maybe that's because at this stage ANYTHING will increase it.

And I know that feeling man, maybe junk food one day but not beer haha.
blh123
blh123
My main worry right now is the weight loss. I have dropped almost 30 pounds. Upper 180s to 160 at 6 foot tall and 42 years old.
blh123
blh123
Bought Slippery Elm in capsule last night. It says to take 4 capsules three times per day between meals. Said to take with warm water. Figured I would take it about 90 minutes after lunch. Is it best to take 4 capsules eah time? Any suggestions??
joham
joham
I use a supplement called GI revive.It comes in a powder form and its made by Designs for health.My ND doctor gave me this.This is by far the best supplement Ive ever used for gastritis.It contains: L-glutamine, N-acetyl glucosamine, Citrus pectin,DGL, Aloe vera extract, Slippery elm, Mucin,Marshmallow,Chamomile, Okra extract, Cat's claw,MSM, Quercetin,prune powder and Zinc carnosine.I make a little tea of the powder twice a day and it has excellent healing properties.It also has nice peachy flavor.I definitely recommend this for anyone with gastritis who want to speed up their digestive healing.
blh123
blh123
Are you still not healed? How long been fighitng gastritis?
joham
joham
Im feeling 90% better.Ive got my first bout of gastritis in December.I was very sick for 3 weeks,couldnt swallow and constant pain.Then I got better for 3 months and started eating everything because I was desperate to gain my weight back(I lost 30lb) and then gastritis hit me again.I was very sick again for 3 weeks but now Im better but still very careful with what I eat and I will continue the diet for a few months.
tummy2
tummy2
I use Heritage Brand Slippery Elm powder, available on Amazon. Mix it with a large glass of warm water and chug it. I think it works really well.

I used the capsules for a while, but I didn't notice any difference. I then started opening up 2-3 large capsules and putting them in warm water. That is when I started to see a difference... I then switched to the powder brand..

Even though I have been doing pretty well.. It still acts up from time to time depending on what I eat.. So I just take the slippery elm and modify my diet ....