Benefits of Frankincense

Have you ever wondered why Frankincense was

 one of the treasured gifts given to the Christ child? 

For nearly 5,000 years a rather unsightly Boswellia tree, which produces a heavenly fragrance was considered to be Arabia’s most precious commodity. During the height of its popularity the Boswellia  – better known as the frankincense tree - rivalled gold, silk and gems in value and spawned a vital trade route that for centuries extended from Southern Arabia into West Africa and India. This route is now known as the Frankincense Trail.

Oman's Frankincense Trail is 2400 miles long and follows the Coast of the Red Sea.  Camel caravans would come over the Silk Road (also known as the the 'Frankincense Trail') into Southern Arabia, where they would cross the empty quarter. Some of the camel caravans would be two and three caravans strong – 6,000 camels to a caravan–crossing the empty quarter headed for Petra. This is where they would offload the camels and into the storage chambers.

Over 25 species of Frankincense are currently in production.  The most potent Frankincense (Boswellia Frereana) is from Oman and is available in four different grades

• superfine (found closest to the tree with fewer impurities)
• first quality
• second quality
• third quality (found farthest from the tree)

*Watch video link below for more info on Frankincense (Boswellia Frereana) from Oman

doTERRA prides itself in selecting only the superfine resin from Oman, Jordan so you can be sure that you are getting the correct amount of therapeutic compounds.  Most companies will not pay the price for this grade and to that I say...

"Quality doesn't cost...it pays!"
Why was Frankincense so sought after?  

Let's take a look at the many benefits of doTERRA's highest quality Frankincense.

• Skin rejuvenator
• cell regeneration
• alleviates cold and flu symptoms
• soothes joint pain and discomfort
• reduces inflammation
• improves circulation
• aids in digestion
• improves eye site
• promotes healing of scar tissue, ulcers, & wounds
• expectorant
• improves mood (depression, mood swings, anxiety)
• reduces stress
• studies show Frankincense inhibits the growth of cancer cell

doTERRA's Frankincense contains 70%  monoterpenes.  Here are some reasons why quality pays;

Monoterpenes have been studied to help stimulate Apoptosis which is the process in which the body gets rid of damaged DNA.  It is said that 95% of cancers are a direct result from damaged DNA.

Monoterpenes also increase the level of liver enzymes involved in removing carcinogenic toxins and interferes with the cancer process.

Dr. Hill recommends using Frankincense on a daily basis by placing 2-3 drops under your tongue both morning and night.