Boswellia, a tree used in traditional Ayuvedic medicine and found primarily in the hills of India. It is the sap or gum of the tree that is used in herbal medicine.
Action of Boswellia
Boswellia gum contains volatile oils, but it is the boswellic acid that gives most of the medicinal properties. It is anti-inflammatory, diuretic, analgesic and a digestive tonic.
Boswellia Uses
Our experts recommend Boswellia for the following disorders:
| Osteoarthritis
| Rheumatoid arthritis
Other Boswellia Information
Many herbalists recommend Boswellia primarily for its anti-inflammatory action which relates to many conditions including rheumatism, burstis and inflammatory bowel problems. It is sometimes used as a topical application for ulcers of the skin. Boswellia herbal supplements are generally available as tablets or capsules.
Cautions When Using Boswellia
| Generally, there are no side effects or other contra-indications from using Boswellia.
| Boswellia should not be used for children under the age of 12, unless advised by a qualified herbalist.
| When this article was written there were no well-known negative drug interactions with Boswellia.
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