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Boswellia Serrata

Boswellia Serrata, also known as bosela, is a plant that produces Indian frankincense. It is used in the manufacture of the supposed health food supplement and is believed to treat chronic inflammatory illnesses.

Category
Herbal Supplements
Molecular Formula
C30H48O3
Mechanism of Action
Boswellia Serrata acts by inhibiting the production of the leukotrienes, which are molecules that can cause inflammation.
Evidence Grade
C

Other Names

  • Indian Frankincense
  • Boswellin
  • Salai

Primary Benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Helps with chronic pain
  • Improves arthritis symptoms

Recommended Dosage

Adults 300-500mg up to three times a day
Children Not recommended for children under 12

Side Effects

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Precautions

  • Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • People with liver disease should use with caution

Interactions

  • May interact with anti-inflammatory and anti-platelet drugs

Key References

  • Ammon HP. Boswellic acids in chronic inflammatory diseases. Planta Med. 2006
  • Kimmatkar N, et al. Efficacy and tolerability of Boswellia serrata extract in treatment of osteoarthritis of knee--a randomized double blind placebo controlled trial. Phytomedicine. 2003
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“I start the day with ag1 I then take um bosela because my knees are not ideal maybe a bit like my dad I then take turmeric vitamin D every day CBD drops that's kind of my thing and I've decided that works I have no the truth is I have no idea if that is waste of time money and energy or not.”

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