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Boswellia

Also known as: Indian frankincense, Boswellia serrata

Boswellia is the resin of the Boswellia serrata tree, which contains boswellic acids with anti-inflammatory properties. It is mainly used for joint support.

What it is used for

  • Joint pain and mobility in osteoarthritis – limited but promising evidence
  • Inflammatory bowel disease – weak evidence, does not replace treatment

Forms and how they differ

standardised extract

stating boswellic acid content, e.g. AKBA

phospholipid extract

better absorption

When to take it

With meals; judge the effect after several weeks.

Pairs well with

Curcumin, collagen, omega-3.

Do not combine / separate

Combining with blood thinners without advice.

Watch out for

Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you take blood thinners, anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressive medicines, consult your doctor.

Safety

Do not exceed the dose stated on the label. It may cause mild digestive upset.

Practical tip

Compare products by boswellic acid content, not by resin weight.

Products containing Boswellia 6

Boswellia + TurmericextractJointsInflammationAntioxidantDigestion & gut
Boswellia 800 mgfull spectrum · 800 mg / capsuleJointsInflammation
Boswellia 125 mgextract · 125 mg / capsuleJointsInflammation
Boswellia 400 mgextract · 400 mg / capsuleJointsInflammation
Boswellia extract 500 mgextract · 500 mg / capsuleJointsInflammation
Boswellia extractextractJointsInflammation
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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Important notice

This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.