Boswellia serrata is an aromatic tree native to India whose golden resin has been burned in temples and applied medicinally for millennia to calm inflammation and support joint mobility. Its boswellic acids selectively inhibit inflammatory pathways without the gastric side effects of conventional anti-inflammatory drugs, making it prized in Ayurveda for chronic musculoskeletal and digestive conditions.
resin, bark
capsule, powder, tincture, decoction
300–500mg standardized extract daily; 1–2g powdered resin 2–3x daily with food
Generally very safe. May cause mild digestive upset.
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