Gugulipid

Gugulipid Uses

Gugulipid has been used in Eastern Indian medicine for thousands of years, although it is only just now becoming known in Western medicine circles. Sometimes referred to as guggul, it is derived from the mukul myrrh tree and references indicate that it has been in use for medical treatments as early as 1000 B.C. Mukul myrrh trees are tapped during the winter time to obtain the highly potent resin known as guggul.

Historically, it was primarily used to reduce levels of serum lipids in the bloodstream; which are known to be unhealthy. Besides this obvious benefit, there are numerous other health advantages related to the use of guggulipid. Due to the fact that it is believed to contain potent antioxidant properties and is also capable of reducing inflammation, gugulipid has been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and has also been used to treat other conditions such as acne and even obesity. Guggul is also known to act as a blood thinning agent as has been utilized for the support of healthy arterial walls.

One of the most wide spread uses of gugulipid has been in order to lower cholesterol. Specifically, it is used to lower both bad cholesterol levels as well as andtriglyceride levels. This can lead to lowering the risk for coronary disease.

Due to the fact that guggul does act as a blood thinning agent, it is recommended that individuals who are either about to undergo surgery, are at risk for free bleeding or who take other blood thinning agents or herbs not take guggulipid. This can possibly lead to serious health concerns. As with any other herb or medicine, women who are pregnant or nursing should consult their physician prior to taking this herb. Although there are no known drug interactions and the drug is widely considered by many to be lacking in toxicity, individuals should consult their physicians prior to taking it with any prescribed medications.

Side effects related to the use of guggul have been mild. They include stomach upset and flatulence. Studies indicate that guggul may be beneficial in lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels during a four to twelvge week period with a standard dosage of 25 mg three times daily. Unlike other cholesterol lowering drugs, guggul has shown to be healthier in that it does not lead to liver damage. It has been in use in India as a lipid lowering drug since mid 1986.

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