In ancient times, it was used in all kinds of rituals due to its enchanting scent, but also in daily life for its healing powers.
Unlike prescription medications that come with various side effects, Boswellia extract, also known as Indian frankincense, has been used for thousands of years.
Frankincense is mentioned in one of the oldest known medical archives, the Ebers papyrus, dating back to the 16th century BC, which is a list of 877 recipes and medical prescriptions from Ancient Egypt. Even today, Arabs chew frankincense to ward off various diseases. In fact, in the Arabian Peninsula and North Africa, frankincense was valued at its weight in gold.
Frankincense is usually found in churches and at religious events, where priests burn it to purify and scent the place, believing that this spreads God’s grace. Its miraculous resin, known as Boswellia Serrata, has also been used for therapeutic purposes, offering numerous health benefits.
It contains essential oils (camphene, cadinene, felandrene, olibanum) and bitter substances, with therapeutic actions such as: expectorant, analgesic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, calming, and sedative.
Boswellia extract has caught the attention of specialists for its ability to reduce pain, inflammation, and mobility difficulties in people suffering from arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Additionally, recent research suggests that Boswellia supplements may be an effective treatment for individuals with type 2 diabetes. After 12 weeks, participants who were given Boswellia supplements observed significant improvements in fasting blood sugar, insulin levels, and cholesterol.
Destroys cancer cells
Scientists have recently discovered that frankincense helps destroy cancer cells in the ovaries and beyond. For example, frankincense treatments are recommended to dissolve cysts that appear on the liver, kidneys, and lungs.
One of the reasons frankincense is effective in adjunct cancer treatment is its anti-inflammatory action, as inflammation is at the root of most diseases, including life-threatening ones such as heart disease, liver disease, and cancer.
The boswellic acid contained in frankincense has impressive anti-inflammatory properties, comparable to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which also have analgesic effects. Thus, frankincense has proven effective against a wide range of conditions such as colitis, asthma, arthritis, cancer, and Crohn’s disease, according to the social media page of the BOWEN Therapy Cabinet in Hunedoara-Deva.
Established remedy for viral diseases
According to specialists, Boswellia extract has been used for centuries to treat respiratory issues and sinus infections, helping people breathe better and alleviate other symptoms such as cough and throat pain.
Moreover, research has shown that frankincense can also aid in treating allergies, eliminating mucus from the lungs, and has anti-inflammatory effects on the respiratory system and airways.
In traditional Chinese medicine, frankincense has been used for thousands of years to improve blood circulation, accelerate healing, and relieve pain associated with viral infections.
