Boswellia

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Frankincense resin extract with potent anti-inflammatory properties for joints

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What it is

Boswellia is a natural extract taken from the resin, which is a thick sticky sap, of the Boswellia tree. This substance is more commonly known as frankincense.

Why it's used

It is primarily used for its anti-inflammatory properties, meaning it helps reduce swelling and redness in the body. This makes it a popular choice for people looking to support their joint health and reduce stiffness.

How it's made

The process begins by collecting the resin sap from the bark of the tree. This raw resin is then processed using a solvent to extract the active compounds, which are then concentrated into a powder. This powder is finally put into capsules or tablets for sale.

What it typically costs

This ingredient is generally mid-range in price. This is because the raw resin must be harvested from specific tree species in limited geographic regions, making the sourcing more involved than common synthetic ingredients.

Dosage by purpose

PurposeTypical studied doseEvidence
Osteoarthritis100-250 mg per day of Aflapin and 5-Loxin formulations, or 300-500 mg two or three times a day of extracts standardized to 30-40 percent boswellic acidsestablished
Traumatic brain injury and stroke recovery1,200-2,400 mg per dayemerging
Rheumatoid arthritis3,600 mg per day (nine 400 mg capsules)limited
Spondylitis400 mg per day once dailyemerging
  1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6681146 (PubMed)
  2. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12260406 (PubMed)
  3. https://examine.com/supplements/boswellia (Examine)
  4. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11880083 (PubMed)

How Suppio ranks

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FAQ

What is Boswellia?

Frankincense resin extract with potent anti-inflammatory properties for joints

How does Suppio calculate the best-value Boswellia?

We rank Boswellia by price per gram of active ingredient - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

Are these prices verified?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are Boswellia prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

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