Slippery Elm is a very soothing and nutritive herb. It is an excellent food for convalescence and for children. 
Its soothing action helps to alleviate gastro-intestinal irritation as well as irritated, sore throats, coughs and dryness of the lungs. It is easily assimilated in the body and will usually stay down when all other foods cause nausea and vomiting. It has been beneficial for both constipation and diarrhea.