Throat Coat supports throat health because it includes herbs traditionally used to enhance the structure and function of the throat including speaking (vocal cords), swallowing (esophagus) and air conveyance (trachea). Althea root and slippery elm bark contain beneficial mucilaginous components that are released into hot water to form a protective viscid ‘coating’ on the mucous membrane lining of the throat when ingested as a tea. Throat Coat also contains licorice root, which is widely used to enhance throat and upper respiratory tract health. Throat Coat’s naturally sweet and smooth taste make it an easy tea for children to enjoy and the first choice of speakers, singers or anyone living in a damp, cold climate.