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Mucosal Shield Gut Blend

A protective gut-lining tea with plantain leaf, calendula, licorice root, and slippery elm, made to defend against leaky gut and intestinal permeability.

Traditionally used for

IBS, Leaky gut

Potential benefits

Supports soothing of the digestive tract during occasional digestive irritation, strengthens gut lining, anti-inflammatory, protects mucosa.

Ingredients

Plantain leaf, Calendula, Licorice root, Slippery elm

Origin

Western Medicine

How it is traditionally prepared

1 tsp per 8 oz water, steep 10–15 min; 1 cup daily, up to 2 cups short-term; preferable on empty stomach.

Cautions and who should avoid it

Licorice may raise blood pressure and lower potassium; avoid with hypertension or interacting medications unless medically supervised. Separate from medications because mucilage can affect absorption; slippery elm not for pregnancy.

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