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Boswellia
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| Boswellia, or olibanum, is a close relative of the Biblical incense frankincense and has been used historically in the Ayurvedic medical system of India for arthritis, dysentery, liver diseases, obesity, neurological disorders, ringworm, boils, and other afflictions.(1) Boswellin is a gum-resin extract from the stem bark of the Boswellia serrata tree. It is a dietary supplement claimed to be useful in the management of symptoms of arthritis.(2) | |||||||
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General Boswellia has been reported safe in humans.(3) Pregnancy/Breast-Feeding Use with caution in pregnancy and lactation due to insufficient data. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before use. Age Limitations Do not use in children under 2 years of age unless recommended by a physician. |
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1 Majeed M, et al. Boswellin: The Anti-Inflammatory Phytonutrient. Piscataway, NJ: Nutriscience Publishing; 1996:2.
2 Boswellia serrata. Altern Med Rev. Aug1998;3(4):306-07. View Abstract 3 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company; 2000:319. |
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