Chronic Inflammatory Support:

Boswellia extract has been used for centuries in Asian and African folk medicine. It has been believed and studies are now showing support for chronic inflammatory illnesses as well as numerous other health conditions.

Due to Boswellia being an effective anti-inflammatory, it can be an effective painkiller as well and may prevent the loss of cartilage. Several studies have found that it may even be useful in treating certain cancers, such as leukemia and breast cancer.

Research is showing more and more that boswellic acid can prevent the formation of leukotrienes in the body. Leukotrienes are molecules that have been identified as a cause of inflammation. They may trigger asthma symptoms.

There are four acids in boswellia resin that contribute to the herb’s anti-inflammatory properties. These acids inhibit 5-lipoxygenase (5-LO), an enzyme that produces leukotriene. Acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid (AKBA) is thought to be the most powerful of the four boswellic acids. However, other research suggests other boswellic acids are responsible for the herb’s anti-inflammatory properties.

Osteoarthritis:

Many studies of boswellias effect on OA have found that it’s effective in treating OA pain and inflammation. One 2003 study published in the journal Phytomedicine found that all 30 people with OA knee pain who received boswellia reported a decrease in knee pain. They also reported an increase in knee flexion and how far they could walk.

Newer studies support the continued use of boswellia for OA.

Another study, funded by a boswellia production company, found that increasing the dosage of enriched boswellia extract led to an increase in physical ability. OA knee pain decreased after 90 days with the boswellia product, compared to a lesser dosage and placebo. It also helped reduce the levels of a cartilage-degrading enzyme.

Rheumatoid Arthritis:

Studies on the usefulness of boswellia in RA treatment have shown mixed results. An older study published in the Journal of Rheumatology found that boswellia helps to reduce RA joint swelling . Some research suggests that boswellia may interfere with the autoimmune process, which would make it an effective therapy for RA. Further research supports the effective anti-inflammatory and immune-balancing properties. Another Study: BOSWELLIA (FRANKINCENSE) - RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA) PAIN RELIEF STUDY FINDS. BY BRUCE BRIGHTMAN - LIFESOURCE VITAMINS

Inflammatory Bowel Disease:

Due to the herb’s anti-inflammatory properties, boswellia may be effective in treating inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) .

A 2001 study compared H15, a special boswellia extract, to the anti-inflammatory prescription drug mesalamine (Apriso, Asacol HD). It showed that the boswellia extract may be effective in treating Crohn’s disease .

Several studiesTrusted Source found the herb could be effective in treating UC as well. We’re just beginning to understand how the anti-inflammatory and immune-balancing effects of boswellia can improve the health of an inflamed bowel.

Asthma:

Boswellia can play a role in reducing leukotrienes, which causes bronchial muscles to contract. A 1998 studyTrusted Source of the herb’s effect on bronchial asthma found that people who took boswellia experienced decreased asthma symptoms and indicators. This shows the herb could play an important role in treating bronchial asthma. Research continues and has shown the positive immune-balancing properties of boswellia can help the overreaction to environmental allergens that happens in asthma.

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Boswellia may interact with and decrease the effects of anti-inflammatory medications. Talk to your doctor before using Boswellia products, especially if you’re taking other medications to treat inflammation.


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