Ayurveda

Guggul

Commiphora mukul

Tradition of Use: Ayurveda

Mechanism of Action

Hypolipidemic via guggulsterones, anti-inflammatory, thyroid stimulating

Key Conditions & Uses

High cholesterol

atherosclerosis

obesity

arthritis

acne

hypothyroidism

Preparation

Capsule, resin

Dosage

500-1000mg extract (2.5% guggulsterones) 2-3x daily

Active Compounds

Guggulsterones, commiphoric acids, volatile oils

Interactions

May interact with thyroid medications, statins, anticoagulants; CYP450 inducer

Contraindications

Pregnancy; hyperthyroidism; bleeding disorders; liver disease

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Moderate - cholesterol effects documented but mixed results

Clinical Notes:

Resin from tree; lowers LDL; may cause GI upset; affects thyroid; variable quality

Conditions This Helps

High Cholesterol Obesity / Weight Loss Resistance Rheumatoid Arthritis Acne (Root Cause)Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Used In These Protocols

Thyroid Optimization - Hashimoto's

View protocol→

Quick Overview

TraditionAyurveda

GBS Score72/100

Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information

Traditional wisdom

Safety information

Clinical applications

Get This Herb

Professional-grade from Fullscript

This information is for educational purposes. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol or supplement regimen.

Related Herbs from Ayurveda

Ashwagandha

Withania somnifera

Adaptogenic via withanolides, modulates cortisol and HPA axis, GABAergic, anti-inflammatory

View details→

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Anti-inflammatory via curcumin (COX/LOX inhibition), antioxidant, neuroprotective, anticancer

View details→

Haridra

Curcuma longa

Same as Turmeric (AY003) - anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective

View details→