Why This Blend Works
Both herbs are rich in mucilage — a soothing, gel-like compound that coats and protects the digestive tract.
Gut Lining Repair Benefits
Slippery Elm
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Forms a protective barrier over irritated tissue
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Firms loose stool
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Reduces inflammation
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Soothes acid reflux
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Supports healthy bowel movements
Marshmallow Root
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Deeply hydrates and cools inflamed tissue
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Supports mucosal regeneration
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Calms diarrhea and irritation
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Helps repair leaky or damaged gut lining
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Supports urinary tract soothing as a bonus
What This Blend Helps With
- Diarrhea
- Loose stool
- IBD / IBS
- Food sensitivities
- Gut inflammation
- Post-antibiotic gut repair
- Acid reflux
- Stress-related digestive upset
- “Leaky gut” support
- Loose stool
- IBD / IBS
- Food sensitivities
- Gut inflammation
- Post-antibiotic gut repair
- Acid reflux
- Stress-related digestive upset
- “Leaky gut” support
Dose Chart (1:1 Blend)
(Based on 1 tsp ≈ 2 g total powder)
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Dog Weight
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Daily Dose
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Approx. Grams
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|---|---|---|
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Under 15 lbs
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¼ tsp
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~0.5 g
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15–30 lbs
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½ tsp
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~1 g
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30–60 lbs
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¾ tsp
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~1.5 g
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60–90 lbs
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1 tsp
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~2 g
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90+ lbs
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1½ tsp
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~3 g
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For Active Diarrhea or Flare-Ups
You can temporarily increase dose by 25–50% for 3–5 days.
How to Use
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Mix with warm water to form a slurry is best - or you can mix it right into raw or wet food.
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Let sit 5–10 minutes to thicken
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Give 20–30 minutes before meals when possible
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Separate from medications by 2 hours
Why Gut Repair Matters
The gut lining:
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Houses ~70% of immune tissue
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Influences allergy expression
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Affects nutrient absorption
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Impacts mood & behavior via the gut-brain axis
Repairing the lining can lead to:
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Firmer stools
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Less itching
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Reduced inflammation
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Better energy
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Calmer nervous system
