Also known as Indian frankincense, boswellia extract is sourced from the sap, or resin, of the boswellia serrata plant. Produces special compounds that have been found to have strong anti-inflammatory effects.
In fact, long before inflammation-lowering supplements existed, extracts derived from the boswellia tree (also known as Indian olibanum, Indian frankincense, dhup and salai or salai guggul) were used for all sorts of inflammatory conditions and boost the metabolism. Studies have shown that boswellic acids have a strong anti-inflammatory action, much like the conventional anti-inflammatory remedies used by many for inflammatory conditions. Effective in Ayurvedic practices, Boswellia inhibits pro-inflammatory mediators in the body. In contrast to alternatives, long-term use of Boswellia does not lead to irritation of the stomach.