Evidence supporting the use of: Indian frankincense
For the health condition: Menopause
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Indian frankincense, also known as Boswellia serrata, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for a variety of ailments, particularly those involving inflammation, such as arthritis. Its use for menopause, however, is primarily based on traditional and anecdotal evidence rather than robust scientific validation. In Ayurveda, menopause is often managed with herbs believed to balance the doshas and reduce symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and joint pain; Boswellia is sometimes included for its reputed anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Scientific studies on Boswellia serrata primarily focus on its effects in chronic inflammatory diseases and pain management, showing promising results in reducing inflammation and improving joint health. However, clinical research specifically examining its effects on menopausal symptoms is extremely limited. There is no strong evidence to suggest that Boswellia directly alleviates core menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, or hormonal changes. Its potential benefits in menopause may be indirect, possibly offering relief for joint pain or inflammation that some menopausal women experience.
In summary, the use of Indian frankincense for menopause is largely traditional, with little direct scientific support. More research is needed to determine its efficacy for menopausal symptoms specifically.
Other ingredients used for Menopause
27-deoxyactein7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)
8-Prenylnaringenin
Achyranthes
Agnuside
Agrimonia pilosa
Akebia
Alchemilla
Alfalfa
Aloe vera
amaranth
Anemarrhena
anemarrhena asphodeloides
antler
Ashoka
ashwagandha
asparagus
astragalus
atractylodes
atractylone
banyan
barrenwort
bee pollen
bioflavonoids
black cohosh
black currant
black root
black seed
bupleurum falcatum
burdock
calcium
chaste tree
Chinese silkvine
Clary sage
Cnidium
cohosh
cordyceps
Crinum latifolium
Cynomorium
daidzein
damiana
danshen
DHEA
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
DIM (diindolylmethane)
dioscorea
dog rose
dong quai
dong quai root
durian
eleuthero
elk antler
equol (proprietary)
estrogen
Euryale seed
evening primrose oil
evening primrose oil
fenugreek
Ficus religiosa
fish oil
flaxseed
fo-ti
genistein
genistin
Glycetein
goji berry
hibiscus
HMR lignan
hops
horny goat weed
Hypericum
Indian frankincense
isoflavones
jujube
knotweed
kudzu
Labisia pumila
Lady's Mantle
lemon balm
licorice root
lignans
linden
lingzhi
Loranthus
lotus
Lycium
maca
macaenes
macamides
Marine lipid
Meadow sage
Melatonin
Miroestrol
Montanoa tomentosa
Moringa
Motherwort
Nettle
okra
omega-3 fatty acids
Ophiopogon
ophiopogon root
Phytoestrogens
pollen
Polygonum
pomegranate
Prickly Pear Cactus
Puerain
Pulsatilla
red clover
Rehmannia
rehmannia glutinosa
reishi mushroom
rhubarb
rockweed
Rooibos
root tuber
Rosa laevigata
rose
rose oil
royal jelly
Rubia cordifolia
Rubus
rue
saffron
sage
seaweed
smilax
Soy
soy isoflavones
Soy Protein
soybean
Stone Root
Valerian root
Vervain
Viburnum
vitamin B6
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
Vitex Agnus-Castus
Wild yam
Withanolides
Yellow-Fruit Nightshade
Other health conditions supported by Indian frankincense
ArthritisAsthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cartilage Damage
Colds (antiviral)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Depression
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Inflammation
Influenza
Injuries
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Detoxification
Lupus
Memory and Brain Function
Menopause
Migraine
Pain (general remedies for)
Products containing Indian frankincense
Designs For Health
ArthroSoothe™
Pure Encapsulations
Boswellia
Pure Encapsulations
Boswellia
Pure Encapsulations
Boswellia AKBA
Pure Encapsulations
Boswellia AKBA
Thorne
Boswellia Phytosome
Thorne
EnteroMend NSF
Designs For Health
Inflammatone™
Designs For Health
Inflammatone™
Designs For Health
Inflammatone™
Metagenics
Inflavonoid Intensive Care®
Pure Encapsulations
Joint Complex
Pure Encapsulations
Joint Complex
Thorne
Joint Support Nutrients AR-Encap
Pure Encapsulations
Phyto-4
Pure Encapsulations
Phyto UltraComfort
Designs For Health
Pulmonary Revive™
Metagenics
Rapid Relief
Metagenics
Rapid Relief
Pure Encapsulations
Systemic Enzyme Complex
