Mucilages

Mucilage: relieves irritation of mucous membranes by forming a protective mucilaginous film

Mucilages are hydrating agents for dry tissues. All mucilages can be used as Demulcents, but all demulcents are not necessarily mucilaginous.

Examples:

• Avena sativa (oat)

• Althea officinalis (marshmallow)

• Linum usitatissimum (flax seed)

• Plantago spp. (plantain)

• Symphytum officinalis (comfrey)

• Ulmus spp. (slippery elm)

• Zea mays (corn silk)