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| Description: Boswellia (Boswellia caterii) is the Indian tree from which frankincense is distilled. It has long held a place as both a symbol of spirituality and an effective medicinal. It appears to act as both an anti-inflammatory and an analgesic. Boswellia appears to be beneficial in the treatment of pain, stiffness, and joint mobility related to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Boswellia, when taken in a dose of 550 mg three times daily, appears to help people with ulcerative colitis. Useful in treatment of: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis. Recommended Dosage: 550 mg three times daily for ulcerative colitis. Taken internally or applied topically for arthritic pains. Contraindications: None. References: 1Singh GB, Singh S, Bani S. New phytotherapeutic agent for the treatment of arthritis and allied disorders with novel mode of action. 4th International Congress on Phytotherapy, Munich, Germany, Sep 10–13, 1992. |
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