Bolivian Copaiba vs Boswellia

South American tree resin used by Amazonian tribes for anti-inflammatory, wound healing, and respiratory conditions.

Boswellia is a tree resin (frankincense) that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 3,000 years for inflammatory and arthritic conditions. Its primary active compounds, boswellic acids, are unique 5-lipoxygenase inhibitors. Clinical trials support its use for osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and asthma.

beta-caryophyllene, copalic acid, kaurenoic acid, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes

Acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid (AKBA), Beta-boswellic acid, Incensole, Lupeolic acid, Tirucallic acid

Amazonian wound healing, Respiratory infections, Anti-inflammatory, Skin conditions

Joint pain relief, Respiratory support, Digestive anti-inflammatory, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory via CB2, Wound healing, Antimicrobial, Respiratory

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Inflammatory bowel disease, Asthma, Tendonitis and joint inflammation

500mg-1g extract; topical as needed

300-500mg standardized extract (30-65% boswellic acids) 2-3 times daily

Pregnancy caution, Large internal doses toxic

Concurrent anti-inflammatory medications, Pregnancy

GI upset internally, Skin rash topically in some

GI upset, Nausea, Diarrhea, Acid reflux, Allergic reactions (rare)