Tag: Frankincense

Frankincense oil: The ‘King’ of oils

Randolph Jason

Frankincense oil: The ‘King’ of oils from Mercola GNN Note – I am currently using Frankincense to strengthen my immune system. With coronavirus spreading like wildfire having a robust immune system is a key element to warding it off. ****** Frankincense has a significant meaning in Christianity being one of the gifts offered by the three wise men to the newborn Jesus. However, did you know that this fragrant resin can be transformed into an essential oil that’s valued not only in religious practice, but in aromatherapy and natural health…

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The Demand for Frankincense Built Global Trade

Randolph Jason

The Demand for Frankincense Built Global Trade by Dr. Joseph Mercola for Mercola Frankincense, which is also known as olibanum,1 was once as common in households as toothpaste and deodorant are today.2 High quality oil or resin is a product of the Boswellia sacra tree, commonly found along the Arabian Peninsula that is home to several countries, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.3 There are 30 species of the Boswellia plant4 and frankincense is harvested from the B. sacra tree. The gum resin of the plant contains a volatile oil…

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