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Pam in Colorado Check-In 04/13/2026
Katie, and all, this a a question about controlling GERD that some or many of us struggle with. I have ordered Reflux Gourmet, which is yet to arrive so have not tried it. And then I found this product through research; it is called Slippery Elm powder and is available to order or can be found in the Denver area at Natural Grocers in a 1 oz packet or a 4 oz bottle.
Has anyone tried this Slippery Elm Bark? It acts a bit differently from Reflux Gourmet, yet is somewhat similar and is also a natural product.
After taking famotadine daily for almost a year, first at 20mg once in the morning, then thankfully found 10mg famotidine, I stopped taking it a few days ago. The famotadine was prescribed by the
GI specialist at NJH.
I am set now to simply keep my stomach in good shape by not filling it too full.
If you have experience with Slippery Elm, please let me know.
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Pam,Slippery Elm tea is another option. All supplements such as herbal teas can help some individuals, and not help other individuals. Some teas seem to work magically for some individuals but make other individuals feel blah. No harm if you try it and see how you feel. Reactions to supplements are all individualized; there is not enough evidence based research on most supplements or teas. We are not allowed to endorse any particular supplements, or brands. Please discuss any supplements you add with your GI doctor. Do you have a registered dietitian under your health insurance plan?
Thank you, Katy, for your response. I really like the presentations given at our Coffee Breaks by the dietitian from NJH. Her talks have helped me in this strange journey with GERD.
Pam,
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