Abstract
The resin of the frankincense tree contains therapeutically effective boswellic acids (BA), which selectively inhibit the synthesis of Leucotrienes (LT). The inflammatory and pain cascade is interrupted without significant side effects. Even on the basis of long-term intake, the initial effects are maintained. Indications for a frankincense therapy are all chronic inflammatory and allergic diseases. Complementary oncology is a possible application area. In vitro studies show that at higher concentrations BA inhibited the proliferation of tumour cells, possibly by inducing programmed cell death (apoptosis) of malignant cells. Based on clinical experience, the treatment of patients having tumor induced oedema derived from brain tumors (astrocytoma, glioblastoma) and brain metastases with frankincense, have revealed impressive results. Peri-tumoural brain oedemas are generally suppressed employing glucocorticosteroides that can cause substantial side effects leading to further chronic illnesses especially after long-term application.
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