Created by Ajay Kumar
Last edited August 28, 2023

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Boswellia serrata is a plant that produces Indian frankincense. The plant is native to much of India and the Punjab region that extends into Pakistan.[1]

Sustainability

Boswellia serrata is currently at risk of being eradicated because of non-sustainable practices.[2]

Research

Boswellia serrata contains various derivatives of boswellic acid including β-boswellic acid, acetyl-β-boswellic acid, 11-keto-β-boswellic acid and acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid.[3]

Extracts of Boswellia serrata have been clinically studied for osteoarthritis and joint function, with the research showing trends of benefit (slight improvement) in pain and function.[4]

References

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  2. Frankincense in peril. Nature Sustainability({Template:Year).
  3. Phytomedicine in Joint Disorders. Nutrients({Template:Date).
  4. Oral herbal therapies for treating osteoarthritis.. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews({Template:Date).

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