What Are the Benefits of Guggul?

Guggul is a resin obtained from Mukul myrrh tree. It is an ages-old herb from India. It treats a number of disorders. Guggul contains organic and aromatic acids, sterols, fatty acid alcohols and diterpenes. It is safer and more effective than crude gum guggul.

Other names

• Guggul is also known as Commiphora mukul, Gugglu and Gum Gugglu.

Health Benefits

• Guggul is known to promote easy digestion and control cholesterol. It is an aphrodisiac agent and promotes effective sperm production. It is used for arthritis treatment, specifically cervical spondylosis.
  Navaka Guggul and Triphala Guggul are known to treat obesity. Guggul expels the mucus accumulated in the respiratory tract. It is also a treatment for skin problems and rheumatism.
  Guggul is an antioxidant element and protects heart muscles by preventing oxidative damage. It reverses metabolic changes that occur with reduced blood supply.

Side Effects

• Some people are allergic to guggul and can experience the following:
  • Chest pain
  • Throat tightness and breathing difficulty
  • Hives, swollen and itchy skin
  • Mild diarrhea
  • Hiccups
  • Headache
  • Mild stomach pain

Warning

• Before taking the drug, consult your doctor if you are:
  • Pregnant
  • Breast feeding
  • Allergic to any medicine
  • Taking blood thinning medicines like aspirin
  • Taking high blood pressure medicines
  • Experiencing migraine

Dosage

• Your doctor is going to prescribe the desired dosage depending on the problem you are facing. If you are not following an expert's directions, follow the instructions on the product's bottle.