For Antacid Users

This product contains Slippery Elm Bark, Marshmallow Root, and a proprietary blend of plant enzymes. It is designed to be a digestive support for individuals who occasionally use antacids or have a compromised mucosal lining of the digestive tract.

Ingredients
Slippery Elm (Ulmus fulva)(bark)
Slippery Elm bark neutralizes stomach acidity and absorbs foul gases. This herb acts as a buffer against irritation of the mucous membranes. Slippery Elm contains vitamins E, F, K, and bioflavonoids as well as iron, sodium, calcium, selenium, iodine, copper, zinc, and some potassium and phosphorus.

Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)(root)
Marshmallow root has traditionally been used for inflammation of the digestive tract. It is rich in vitamin A and zinc, and it is very high in calcium. It also contains iron, sodium, B-complex, and pantothenic acid.

Proprietary Plant Enzyme Blend
The enzymes enhance the assimilation and utilization of the diet and the encapsulated ingredients.

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