{"id":34565,"date":"2026-04-23T15:21:58","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/?p=34565"},"modified":"2026-05-05T19:18:48","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T18:18:48","slug":"boswellia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/boswellia\/","title":{"rendered":"Boswellia \/ Frankencense and cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-5 has-contrast-color has-base-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-cc861e0b8dc80b9f977dd88d5aa92e07 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-5--2\" id=\"menu\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ca2dd60b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column 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butyric acid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-87961980bbd4741a09273fbe14a2592f\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/barley-grass\/\">Barley grass<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-interne-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a141aae0da29d0267d89e3bd69e2a683 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1311\" height=\"1311\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia.jpg\" alt=\"Boswellia fra MCS Formulas i brunt glas med p\u00e5skriften Boswellia Mega AKBA, Pro Liposomal.\" class=\"wp-image-34564\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia.jpg 1311w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1311px) 100vw, 1311px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b040ace0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bBoswellia.jpg&apos;);background-position:44% 36%;background-size:cover;\">\n<div class=\"gb-element-906497af\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"boswellia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boswellia_Frankincense_and_cancer\"><\/span>Boswellia \/ Frankincense and cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is boswellia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia, also known as frankincense, is a resin-like substance extracted from the bark of <em>Boswellia<\/em> trees [3, 4]. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of conditions, including arthritis, inflammation, and asthma. However, boswellia has also shown potential in the treatment of cancer [1, 5].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effect_of_boswellia\"><\/span>Effect of boswellia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-inflammatory effect<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia possesses anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, and immunomodulating properties [5, 9]. The active components, boswellic acids, inhibit the production of leukotrienes\u2014inflammatory substances that promote the growth and spread of cancer cells [1].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Antibacterial<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, boswellia may also possess antibacterial and antiviral properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_of_boswellia\"><\/span>Application of boswellia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia is available in capsules, tablets, creams, and ointments. Oral ingestion or topical application to the affected area are possible options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages\"><\/span>Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research suggests that boswellia may offer the following benefits in cancer treatment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reducing inflammation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chronic inflammation is associated with carcinogenic processes. Boswellic acids can dampen inflammation and thereby inhibit cancer growth [5, 9].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Killing cancer cells<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Studies have shown that boswellic acids can induce apoptosis (cell death) in various cancer cell lines [8, 11, 12].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improving the immune response<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia can strengthen the immune system&#8217;s ability to recognize and attack cancer cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alleviating side effects of cancer treatment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia can potentially reduce pain, nausea, and fatigue associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy [4, 7].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relieving radiation damage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Boswellia serrata<\/em> may be a safe and effective treatment for cerebral radiation necrosis (brain tissue death) following stereotactic treatment, with many patients experiencing improvement without major side effects [2, 10]. Further research is needed to confirm its efficacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages\"><\/span>Disadvantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Side effects of boswellia are mild and include stomach upset, diarrhea, and nausea. In rare cases, allergic reactions may occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research on boswellia in cancer treatment is ongoing, and more evidence is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety. Consultation with a doctor is essential before starting boswellia supplements, especially if you are undergoing cancer treatment or taking other medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_future\"><\/span>The future<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia has been shown to have a range of positive effects that can support cancer treatment. In addition to the mentioned properties, boswellia can also contribute to improving the quality of life in patients by reducing chronic inflammation, which is often associated with carcinogenic processes. Furthermore, its ability to induce apoptosis in cancer cells offers hope that it can be used as a supplementary therapy in future treatment regimens [11, 13]. Research also suggests that boswellia can promote healing by supporting the body&#8217;s natural immune response, which can be crucial in fighting the disease. These positive aspects make boswellia an interesting topic in ongoing oncology research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boswellia, also known as frankincense, is a resin-like substance with a long history in traditional medicine, particularly for treating inflammation, arthritis, and asthma. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research suggests that boswellia has promising anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and immunomodulating properties that may be beneficial in cancer treatment. The active components, boswellic acids, can reduce inflammation, kill cancer cells, and strengthen the immune response [1, 5]. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, boswellia can help alleviate side effects from cancer treatment, such as pain and nausea [7, 14]. Although side effects are generally mild, it is important to note that more research is needed to confirm boswellia&#8217;s effectiveness and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back to <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/supplements-alphabetically\/\">Supplements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-menu-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9190cfe395c28e4d2ec89873338ddaa5 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#menu\">(to menu)<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/supplements-alphabetically\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Links<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cf256e41de37e12aee2d7387b8d9ba5f wp-block-paragraph\">[1] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10434769\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anti-cancer properties of boswellic acids<\/a> (PubMed, 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: An article reviewing how boswellic acids influence molecular pathways to inhibit the growth and spread of tumors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cfeda57289e86bf002cad2c837fac7de wp-block-paragraph\">[2] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39993542\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boswellia Serrata for Cerebral Radiation Necrosis After Radiosurgery for Brain Metastases<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A study investigating the use of <em>Boswellia serrata<\/em> as a potential treatment for brain tissue damage caused by radiation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4d54de7843014f9e9bcde79f34fae719 wp-block-paragraph\">[3] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/314366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Does frankincense have cancer fighting properties<\/a> (Medical News Today, 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: An overview of current scientific knowledge regarding frankincense and its potential role in cancer prevention and treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-53461270e8f7dd9fe6c96677cfd9863d wp-block-paragraph\">[4] <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mskcc.org\/pdf\/cancer-care\/patient-education\/herbs\/boswellia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boswellia<\/a> (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A clinical database entry summarizing the uses, side effects, and scientific evidence for boswellia in a medical context.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-efb12d8bb8287f0e7d007c137091d9b8 wp-block-paragraph\">[5] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32027979\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activities of frankincense<\/a> (PubMed, 2022)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A study detailing the mechanisms by which frankincense reduces chronic inflammation and inhibits carcinogenic processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14d1157e4eac9fa4c9e30946e9d53ac3 wp-block-paragraph\">[6] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30314527\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boswellia frereana suppresses HGF-mediated breast cancer cell invasion and migration through inhibition of c-Met signalling<\/a> (PubMed, 2018)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A laboratory study showing how specific boswellia extracts can prevent the spread of breast cancer cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f99e7614154c672138cb4f0fb89cecb7 wp-block-paragraph\">[7] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38194131\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The anti-proliferative effects of a frankincense extract in a window of opportunity phase ia clinical trial for patients with breast cancer<\/a> (PubMed, 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A non-randomized Phase Ia clinical trial demonstrating that frankincense extract can reduce cancer cell growth in breast cancer patients without serious side effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-30cb445c1da2bf7796bac4401d4b7d18 wp-block-paragraph\">[8] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34418492\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Five terpenoids from the gum resin of Boswellia carterii and their cytotoxicity<\/a> (PubMed, 2021)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: Research identifying specific compounds in boswellia that are toxic to cancer cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-de7e4cb6d5fe2c48ac2dfe05b14576a0 wp-block-paragraph\">[9] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40284420\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anti-Tumor Potential of Frankincense Essential Oil and Its Nano-Formulation in Breast Cancer: An In Vivo and In Vitro Study<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: An in vivo (animal) and in vitro (laboratory) study showing that nano-formulated frankincense oil can reduce breast cancer cell survival and growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7ac0db4b8c94423e1b9499bbf83fffc0 wp-block-paragraph\">[10] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39993542\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boswellia Serrata for Cerebral Radiation Necrosis After Radiosurgery for Brain Metastases<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A report indicating that boswellia may be a safe and effective treatment for radiation-induced brain damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8741a6503697e6b1f71eb72cdb060e76 wp-block-paragraph\">[11] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39841429\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boswellic acid exerts anti-tumor effect in oral squamous cell carcinoma by inhibiting PI3K\/AKT1 mediated signaling pathway <\/a>(PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A laboratory study from 2025 showing that boswellic acid can stop the cell cycle and promote death in oral cancer cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8ae719ab2b2c491480bae3bb114573bf wp-block-paragraph\">[12] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40271498\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anti-cancer effects of frankincense methanolic extract on brain metastatic breast cancer cells<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A study demonstrating the effectiveness of frankincense extract in killing breast cancer cells that have spread to the brain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8ce2ecb53efad33b7b47b369e980b85e wp-block-paragraph\">[13] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39819155\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Synergistic Effect of HAD-B1 and Osimertinib Against Gefitinib Resistant HCC827 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Cells <\/a>(PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: Research showing that combining conventional lung cancer medication with a natural preparation containing boswellia can help overcome drug resistance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-21562e31b091fc833a6497c3a0185189 wp-block-paragraph\">[14] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/38194131\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The anti-proliferative effects of a frankincense extract in a window of opportunity phase ia clinical trial for patients with breast cancer<\/a> (PubMed, 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A clinical trial report confirming the potential of boswellia to inhibit cell proliferation in human breast cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Page created:<\/strong> July 8, 2024. 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B,. C,. D,. E+F,. G,. H,. I+J+K,. L,. M,. N,. O,. P,. Q,. R,. S,. T,. U+V+Z Boswellia \/ Frankincense and cancer What is boswellia Boswellia, also known as frankincense, is a resin-like substance extracted from the bark of Boswellia trees [3, 4]. 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