Boswellia (Frankincense)
Boswellia serrata
The frankincense resin, used in Ayurveda for joints and inflammation with some supportive trials.
Traditional use (ayurveda, biblical-near-eastern): The frankincense resin, used in Ayurveda for joints and inflammation with some supportive trials.
The frankincense resin, used in Ayurveda for joints and inflammation with some supportive trials.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The frankincense resin, used in Ayurveda for joints and inflammation with some supportive trials.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Mild GI effects; possible interactions with anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Mild GI effects; possible interactions with anti-inflammatory drugs.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.