Boswellia for Women Health
- Camille McClellan
- May 14, 2018
- 2 min read
Boswellia is an herb of 16 known species. The Boswellia species related to Indian Frankincense is Boswellia serrata. Having been taken and tested for centuries, it is widely known to have powerful health effects. Boswellia sacra, commonly known as Frankincense, is used for aromatherapy and incense.
Boswellia serrata is an herb that can be very beneficial for women’s health. Women suffering from chronic conditions (including autoimmune conditions) should consider using it. It has been mentioned to work very well for Ulcerative colitis, Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis, just to name a few other conditions. It can be consumed in capsule form, as an essential oil or as a liquid.
The resin made from Boswellia serrata comes from Asia and Africa, and helps with various types of conditions. It has also been around for thousands of years in India and Arabia, helping to alleviate inflammation in the joints. Its powerful healing properties can:
1. Support a healthy digestive system
2. Strengthen and alleviate joint discomfort
3. Improve skin ulcerations
4. Strengthen the immune system
5. Calm and relax the nervous system
6. Fight fungal infections
7. Support the urinary tract
8. Improve cold and flus
9. Support anti-aging goals
Boswellia serrata comes in essential oil form, which is called olibanum, which is also known as Frankincense. This amazing essential oil is grown mainly in Oman, Yemen, Ethiopia and Somalia, and has become very popular today. Here are a few more important Boswellia properties:
1. Anti-inflammatory
2. Antifungal
3. Anti-anxiety, depressant
4. Anticarcinogenic
5. Antibacterial
6. Immunomodulatory
Studies have shown that Boswellia is very safe, even in high doses, in monkeys, rats and mice. Boswellia serrata is often used in different ways, such as:
1. For topical application
2.Skin cream
3. An oil for massage
4. Aromatherapy for loosening phlegm in the lungs
5. Dental health
Potential warnings for Boswellia include :
1. Pregnant women should avoid using it.
2. Those on blood thinners or blood clotting medication may want to avoid using this herb.
If you plan to use it as an essential oil by rubbing it on the skin or adding it to bath water, please do a skin test first, since it may cause a rash, irritation, itching or redness for sensitive individuals. For the majority of the population, however, this herb is safe and there is no documentation demonstrating any serious adverse reactions to Boswellia serrata.
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Camille McClellan, IMD/PhD, DNM, MBS
Naturopathic Practitioner
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