Boswellia (65% Boswellic Acid)

History:

Boswellia is an East Indian tree that yields an oleo gum resin, which is not only burned as incense, but has also been used as an integral part of ancient Ayurvedic medicine system; and that same gummy resin that is tapped from the tree trunk is used in many modern herbal preparations. It is a large, branching tree that reaches about twelve feet in height and is found in the dry hilly areas of India, thriving in well-drained-to-dry soil in full sun. Although it is often called Indian Frankincense, it should not be confused with frankincense, guggul or myrrh, as it produces different therapeutic effects. However, along with myrrh, Boswellia was traded for centuries in the Middle East, as noted in many Biblical references to this substance, under the name frankincense. In India, the herb was traditionally used for joint pains and aches, dysentery, pulmonary ailments and for snakebites and ringworm. Because of its age-old, anti-inflammatory applications, much new research is currently being conducted to investigate that use. Boswellia is aromatic, granular and translucent and is included in many cosmetics, perfumes and skin-care (anti-wrinkle) preparations. The gum resin is collected all year with the finest quality gum found in the driest areas in the hottest months and used in herbal medications. Some of the active constituents included in the herb are borneol, polysacharrides (D-galactose, D-xylosea and D-Mannose), triterpene acids (especially ßeta boswellic acid), acetyl- ß-boswellic acid, keto-ß-boswellic acid, alpha-boswellic acid, serratol, carvone, (possible caryophyllene), farnesol, geraniol, limonene.

Recommended Dosage:
Take one (1) capsule, three (3) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Boswellia Herbal Supplement is not recommended for young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease. Rare cases of nausea, diarrhea or allergic skin rash have been reported as side effects.

Capsule Information:
Our Boswellia (65% Boswellic Acid) supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 500 mgs.

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