Have you ever heard of Indian frankincense?
Boswellia, or Indian frankincense (Boswellia serrata), is one of the oldest known medicinal plants.
Asthma is the fourth most common disease worldwide, and Croatia falls into countries with a medium-high prevalence of this disease.
Read on to learn how Boswellia can ease the symptoms of those suffering from asthma.
What is the difference between Boswellia and frankincense?
When we talk about Boswellia, we actually refer to a complex botanical group with the Latin name Boswellia spp. In the perfume industry, Arabian frankincense is the most valued, while in medicine, Indian frankincense is the most researched.
Frankincense refers to the resin obtained by cutting the Boswellia tree, and according to the Bible, it was one of the gifts to the newborn Jesus.
Boswellia contains a complex mixture of active substances, with triterpenic acids, derivatives of boswellic acid, being considered responsible for its effects.
What are the health benefits of Boswellia or Indian frankincense?
Indian frankincense produces resin that has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. Research has shown that extracts from this plant can reduce airway inflammation, improve breathing, and decrease the frequency of asthma attacks.
Inflammatory diseases of the intestines and joints
Clinical research indicates the positive effects of Boswellia on osteoarthritis (inflammatory joint disease) and inflammatory bowel diseases, for which it is most researched. However, research is ongoing, and who knows what else we will discover about this ancient sacred plant.
Asthma and chronic bronchitis
Boswellia extract prevents molecules responsible for the accumulation of inflammatory cells in tissues. Along with the reduction of these molecules, the influx of inflammatory cells is also reduced, leading to relief of asthma symptoms and other inflammatory diseases. Additionally, it reduces local inflammatory factors known as leukotrienes, which play an important role in the asthma process. It also reduces histamine release, which together leads to bronchial relaxation and easier breathing in asthma and bronchitis.
A study conducted on patients with moderate to severe asthma showed that the use of a phytosomal Boswellia extract led to reduced use of inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting β-agonists (drugs used in asthma treatment) 7.
The effect of Boswellia on reducing airway inflammation can contribute to an overall improvement in the quality of life for people with asthma.
If you want to explore natural alternatives to relieve asthma symptoms, a dietary supplement with Boswellia is a great choice. If you are already using other medications for asthma or bronchitis, it is advisable to consult with a pharmacist or doctor.
Smart solution for alleviating your allergy and inflammation symptoms
Q SMART®
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A natural, unique combination suitable for alleviating issues caused by the immune system’s excessive reaction to allergens (dust mites, pollen, certain foods).
- Phytosomal form of quercetin (within a microscopic oil droplet) for up to 20x better bioavailability*
- Phytosomal form of Indian frankincense (within a microscopic oil droplet) for up to 3x better bioavailability*
- Bromelain acts as an anti-inflammatory
- 5-in-1 Effect: Studies show that these ingredients reduce symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergies, alleviate asthma symptoms, reduce the frequency and speed up recovery from chronic sinusitis, balance the immune system, and are also suitable for other inflammatory processes such as Crohn’s disease, arthritis, etc.
- Vitamin A, C, D, and zinc contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin C and zinc contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- Gluten-free, allergen-free, additive-free, and free of artificial colors
- Made in Croatia
- Developed by pharmaceutical experts with years of experience in pharmacy
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- L Feng, F Sun, Y Chen, S Shamsadin Athari, X Chen: Studying the Effects of Vitamin A on the Severity of Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma. Iran J Allergy Asthma Immunol December 2021; 20(6):684-692.Doi: 10.18502/ijaai.v20i6.8018.
- M H E Ghalibaf, F Kianian, S Beigoli,S Behrouz, N Marefati,M Boskabady, MH Boskabady: The efects of vitamin C on respiratory, allergic and immunological diseases: an experimental and clinical‐based review. Infammopharmacology (2023) 31:653–672doi.org/10.1007/s10787-023-01169-1.
- Zajac, D. Mineral :Micronutrients in Asthma. Nutrients2021, 13, 4001. //doi.org/10.3390/nu13114001
- Chakraborty, A.J.; Mitra, S.;Tallei, T.E.; Tareq, A.M.; Nainu, F.;Cicia, D.; Dhama, K.; Emran, T.B.;Simal-Gandara, J.; Capasso, R.Bromelain a Potential BioactiveCompound: A Comprehensive Overview from a PharmacologicalPerspective. Life 2021, 11, 317. https://doi.org/10.3390/life11040317
- Natalija G. Tošić, Vesna D. Nikolić, Vojkan M. Miljković, Ljubiša B. Nikolić: BOSWELLIA SERRATA RESIN ISOLATES: CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES. Advanced technologies11(1) (2022) 76-87, UDC 582.746.36:615.322:678.049.6 DOI 10.5937/savteh2201076T
- Ferrara, T. et al., Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci : Functional study on Boswellia phytosome as complementary intervention in asthmatic patients 2015, 20(19), 3757-3762
*Product results may vary from person to person and may differ from those described on the page. The information read on this page cannot replace a medical examination and diagnosis by a professional. Damasalis consult disclaims any liability for the consequences of improper use of our dietary supplements. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a balanced diet.
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