Gugulipid for Weight Loss

Gugulipid is the registered name for the gum resin that comes from commiphora mukul, an Indian medicinal tree. The gum resin is used to prepare a special extract that is marketed under the name Gugulipid. Gugulipid, also referred to as guggul, is used to lower cholesterol levels by reducing the amount of harmful serum lipids that are present in the bloodstream. In addition to lowering cholesterol, Gugulipid can be used to promote weight loss.

Gugulipid for Weight Loss

• Studies done in 1964 found that in addition to lowering cholesterol levels, the commiphora makul tree's gum resin also reduced the body weight of animals. According to Drugs.com, guggul has been used to treat obesity for several centuries.

  Gugulipid is thought to stimulate and promote increased thyroid production, which in turn would impact both cholesterol levels and metabolism. It is thought that Gugulipid works in lowering cholesterol by decreasing the amount of cholesterol that is produced by the liver. In turn, more cholesterol and bile acids are excreted by the body, which means that less cholesterol and fat are absorbed. The effect Gugulipid has on the thyroid causes serum lipid levels to drop. Gugulipid helps in promoting weight loss by increasing thyroid production, which speeds up the body's metabolism. The higher a person's metabolism, the more calories and fat stores their body will use to provide the body with energy.

  To lower cholesterol, the recommended dose is 100mg to 500 mg per day. A similar dose is recommended to promote weight loss.

Precautions

• Gugulipid has been known to interfere with propranolol, diltiazem and thyroid medications. Additionally, individuals who are taking anti-coagulants and anti-platelet medications may have an increased bleeding risk while taking Gugulipid. Speak with your doctor before starting any Gugulipid regimen to minimize the chance of any negative side effects or reactions.