Myths & mysteries
Burning frankincense slightly alters your baseline mood
HERE’S THE INTERESTING PART
Swinging a giant metal censer full of resin definitely sets a theatrical mood, but it is also mildly pharmacological. The smoke contains incensole acetate, a compound that actively lowers anxiety and induces a mild state of calm. You are not just smelling the divine atmosphere; you are passively inhaling a very low-grade natural tranquilizer.
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