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7 Boswellia Serrata Benefits Backed by Science: How It Works, Dosages & Side Effects


Indian Frankincense resin and capsule Boswellia serrata is a tree native to the mountainous parts of India, Northern Africa and the Middle East. It’s also known as Indian frankincense and its golden resin has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years to treat joint pain and respiratory problems.

It’s still used for these purposes today and powdered boswellia gum resin is a popular supplement for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, improving liver health, asthma, inflammatory bowel diseases, and reducing inflammation throughout the body.

Recent research has also found boswellia to be beneficial for losing weight, better skin, digestive health and preventing hair loss, along with many other anti-inflammatory effects.

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How Boswellia Works with Turmeric, Glucosamine, Ashwagandha, Ginger, Collagen and Cissus Quadrangularis  


Inflammation and Joint Supplements vs Boswellia capsulesBoswellia serrata is a popular natural anti-inflammatory, commonly used by people suffering from joint pain, arthritis and other disorders of inflammation. There are many more boswellia benefits here, including why it works and how to take it.

While boswellia is often effective on its own, it can be even better when combined with other anti-inflammatory supplements, such as turmeric, glucosamine, ashwagandha, ginger, collagen and cissus quadrangularis.

Here’s why each of these natural remedies works and how they can act synergistically with boswellia serrata for even more beneficial effects.

6 Natural Remedies Boswellia Serrata Combines Well With

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Is Alevia Amla Superfruit Extract a Scam? Reviews, Comparison & Customer Complaints


Alevia brand Amla churna supplement 3 packAfter completing this guide to the best organic amla powders, many readers wrote to me asking about one brand in particular — Alevia Amla Superfruit Extract (now rebranded to Anuvia).

In this new guide I’ll cover if Alevia’s amla capsules are legit or a scam, customer complaints, what to watch out for if you do want to order this product, and a better organic alternative at a much lower monthly cost.

Also ahead, a comparison with copycat brands Lirabella Amla, Novida Naturals, Celuvia and Marvella Wellness, and why I think Alevia recently changed their name to Anuvia.

What is Alevia Amla, What’s In It and Is It Any Good?

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The 12 Best Beet Powders in 2026 + 8 Brands I Would Avoid and Why


Jim Dillan holding Nutricost powdered red beetroot containerPowdered beet supplements have become very popular in recent years and it’s easy to understand why. You can feel the effects soon after taking them and their health benefits are noticeable and measurable, with more energy and lower blood pressure two commonly reported examples.

I mix up a scoop of red beet extract in water and drink it almost every day, often twice a day. It’s one of my favorite superfoods and with this guide I wanted to give readers a comprehensive resource on the best quality beetroot powders on the market in 2026.

Ahead I’ll cover the top 12 powdered beet brands with full ingredients, if they’re organic and third-party tested, pros and cons, taste, consumer feedback, where to get them, and how they compare with competitors. Also ahead, 8 popular brands I wouldn’t take and why.

You can use the Table of Contents just below to skip ahead to any brand you’re interested in. Or if you’d like to know the end results of my research, you’ll find the best 2 beetroot powders overall here at the end.

5 Reasons Why People Take Powdered Beet Products

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Best Boswellia Serrata Supplements for 2026


Boswellia Extract 65% boswellic acidsBoswellia serrata is a tree that grows in India, the Middle East and North Africa. It’s also known as Indian frankincense and produced a resinous gum with active compounds called boswellic acids.

These boswellic acids have strong anti-inflammatory properties and supplements made from powdered boswellia gum resin are popular for joint pain, arthritis, weight loss, gut health, respiratory problems, skin conditions and more.

This guide has the best value boswellia extract capsules and bulk boswellia serrata powder I’ve found in my research. Also ahead, a comparison with 5-Loxin AKBA, AprèsFlex complex and boswellia phytosome supplements, and if liquid drops, tablets or boswellia gummies are worth taking or not.

Using the Table of Content just below you can skip forward to any section you’re interested in. Or if you’d just like to see the top 2 boswellia supplements overall they’re here at the end.

7 Reasons Why People Take Boswellia Serrata

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6 Best Organic Triphala Supplements in 2026: Pros and Cons, Ratings, Safety and Value


Jim Dillan holding Nutricost Triphala Capsules bottleTriphala is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal blend made from three dried fruits: haritaki, bibhitaki and amalaki (commonly known as amla). It is usually prepared in an equal 1:1:1 ratio of each ingredient, and the name literally means “three fruits.”

In recent years, triphala powder, capsules and tablets have become popular supplements for improving digestive health, reducing inflammation, promoting detoxification and natural weight loss. It’s important to choose organic triphala though, and check for proper manufacturing standards and third-party safety testing.

In this guide I’ll compare the 6 best triphala supplement brands in 2026, including their pros and cons, customer feedback, and a verdict on each one’s effectiveness, safety and value. Also ahead, 5 main reasons why people take triphala churna, correct dosages and timing, potential side effects, and taking triphala powder versus tablets or capsules.

5 Main Reasons Why People Take Triphala

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8 Best Organic Amla Powder Brands: Pros & Cons, Safety, Ratings & Value


Jim Dillan holding Nutricost Amla containerOrganic amla powder is a popular nutritional supplement that’s full of antioxidant polyphenols, tannins and flavonoids, and is one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C.

Amla fruit comes from the Phyllanthus emblica tree and is commonly known as amalaki and Indian gooseberry. The small green fruits are dried and powdered for medicinal use and have been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic treatments for thousands of years.

Amla is also one of three fruits used to make triphala churna, perhaps the most famous of all the traditional formulas in Ayurveda. Indian gooseberry is a nutrient-rich superfood in its own right though, and many people, myself included, take it as a natural way to increase their vitamin C and antioxidant intake.

In this guide I’ll compare the best amla powders with organic certification in 2026, their pros and cons, customer reviews and feedback, and a verdict on each one’s value, safety and effectiveness. Also ahead, 6 main health benefits of amla, potential side effects, and amla capsules vs powders.

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Using Black Walnut Hulls to Kill Parasites and Intestinal Worms


Juglans NigraBlack walnut hull is one of the best known natural treatments for intestinal worms and other parasites living within the human digestive system.

Potent compounds in the fresh green hulls of black walnuts make them an effective anti-parasitic, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal intestinal cleanser.

This guide has detailed instructions for using a liquid herbal extract made from green black walnut hulls, along with wormwood and cloves, to get rid of intestinal worms and other parasites living within your body.

The Parasite Problem

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8 Black Walnut Hull Benefits: Skin Conditions, Acne, Warts, Candida and More


Green Juglans nigra hullsBlack walnut hulls are natural remedy with many beneficial properties. They have been used by traditional cultures like Native Americans for centuries for a wide variety of ailments.

Modern scientific research has only recently identified some of the unique nutritional elements found in the potent green husks surrounding black walnut shells.

Here are 8 different ways that you can use concentrated extracts made from green black walnut hulls for a variety of different conditions. Also ahead, timing, potential side effects, and the best black walnut hull tincture and capsules in 2026.

8 Beneficial Effects of Black Walnut Hulls

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The 10 Best Balance of Nature Alternatives in 2026


Better than Balance NaturalIf you’ve seen the Balance of Nature TV ads, but are looking for a better and cheaper whole food supplement, you’ve come to the right place. This comparison guide has the 10 best alternatives to Balance of Nature’s Fruits & Veggies capsules currently available.

Using the Table of Contents just below you can skip forward to check any competitor brand you’re interested in. Full ingredients, pros and cons, monthly costs, and a verdict on effectiveness are covered, so anyone can quickly make an informed choice on any of these fruit and vegetable replacement products.

If you’d just like to know the superfood supplements I decided to take personally and why, you’ll find them in the top 2 Balance of Nature alternatives here at the end.

Balance of Nature Versus Other Brands

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12 Balance of Nature Substitutes and Similar Competitors (+ 8 to Avoid)


Vitamins equal to Balance NatureThis guide compares the many different generic Balance of Nature-type products available in 2026. It covers fruit and vegetable supplements that are similar yet better. As well as outright knockoffs and copycats.

All of the substitute brands listed here will cost you less per month than Balance of Nature’s Fruits & Veggies, which is clearly overpriced. If you’d just like to see the top 2 I’d choose and why, then you can find them here in the Final Verdict at the end.

Or, if you’d like to see how Balance of Nature stacks up versus competitors, then this is the most comprehensive and detailed resource available online. Let’s get started.

Balance of Nature Basics

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Top 12 Super Fruit and Veggie Supplements Compared


Country Farms whole food capsIn this guide I’ll investigate popular whole food capsules that are marketed as ‘super fruits and veggies’ in 2026, comparing their ingredients, pros and cons, monthly costs, and if they’re worth it or worth avoiding.

I’ll also cover additives and fillers, customer reviews and complaints, manufacturing practices, and what to look out for on supplement facts labels.

You can skip forward to any brand you’re interested in using the Table of Contents below. If you’d just like to see the ones I’d take and why, then check my verdict for the 2 best fruit and vegetable supplements here.

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