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Boswellia
Boswellia serrata
Ayurveda, Middle Eastern
Gabriel Score
82/ 100Excellent
EvidenceGood - effective for osteoarthritis and inflammation
Conditions5 applications
How it works
Anti-inflammatory via boswellic acids (5-LOX inhibition), analgesic, antiarthritic
Typical Dosage
300-500mg extract (60-65% boswellic acids) 2-3x daily
Used for
Arthritisinflammatory bowel diseaseasthmapaininflammation
The Science
Active Compounds
Boswellic acids (especially AKBA), incensole acetate
Evidence Base
Good - effective for osteoarthritis and inflammation82/100
Frankincense (related); well-studied for OA; AKBA is most active; resin chewed traditionally
How to Use
Capsule, resin
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
Safety Profile
Interactions
May interact with immunosuppressants, NSAIDs, anticoagulants
Contraindications
Pregnancy; autoimmune conditions (theoretical)
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EvidenceGood - effective for osteoarthritis and inflammation
Applications5
Gabriel Score82/100
Educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol.