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Boswellia |
Boswellia
Caplet is a standardized
preparation extracted from Boswellia
serrata, the Sallai Guggul tree.
The Boswellia tree grows mainly
in the dry, hilly areas of India.
For thousands of years, the oleoresin
obtained by tapping into the trunk
of the tree has been used to treat
a broad spectrum of problems.
The gum oleoresin
consists of essential oils, gum,
and terpenoids. The terpenoid
portion contains the boswellic
acids that have been shown to
be the active constituents in
boswellia. Today, extracts are
typically standardized to contain
37.5–65% boswellic acids. Studies
have shown that boswellic acids
have an anti-inflammatory action
—much like the conventional nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs used for
inflammatory conditions. Boswellia
inhibits pro-inflammatory mediators
in the body, such as leukotrienes.
As opposed to NSAIDs, long-term
use of boswellia does not appear
to cause irritation or ulceration
of the stomach. One small, controlled,
double-blind trial has shown that
boswellia extract may be helpful
for ulcerative colitis.
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Research
Update
Research
conducted in India found that
Boswellic acids (BA) are believed
to suppress the proliferating
tissue found in the inflammed
areas and also prevents the breakdown
of connective tissue. The mechanism
is similar to the action of non-steroidal
groups of anti-arthritic drugs
with no side effects, gastric
irritation and ulcerogenic activity.
Many
studies conducted since the
original study has confirmed
that Boswellia Serrata has potent
anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic
activity. Boswellia was found
to improve blood supply to the
joints and restore integrity
of vessels weakened by spasm.
Boswellia Serrata may also be
useful for the treatment of
rheumatoid arthritis with no
side effects as those seen with
traditional drugs of choice.
According to a review of unpublished
studies, preliminary double-blind
trials have found boswellia
effective in relieving the symptoms
of rheumatoid arthritis. Two
placebo-controlled studies,
involving a total of 81 individuals
with rheumatoid arthritis, reported
significant reductions in swelling
and pain over the course of
3 months.
Additional
benefits
Medical investigations into
boswellia show that the gum
is beneficial in cases of rheumatoid
arthritis, asthma, and ulcerative
colitis.
Side
Effects
Boswellia is generally safe
when used as directed. Rare
side effects can include diarrhea,
skin rash, and nausea. Any inflammatory
joint condition should be closely
monitored by a Healthcare provider.
Supplement
Facts
Serving Size 1 Vegetarian Caplet
Amount Per Caplet
Boswellia gum- 300 mg. Suitable
for vegetarians.
Suggested
Use
As an herbal dietary supplement,
take 1 Boswellia Caplet 1 to 3
times daily.
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