Guggul - Uses of Guggul

Guggul is found to be advised by Ayurvedic sages in many ailments.

Following are its indications

Guggul is commonly used as an anti-inflammatory agent for the purpose of relief from pains, due to its ushan virya (hot) potency therefore comprising with the properties to bring about the suppression of the Vata the main cause of pains.

It has been very predominantly used in arthritic pains. It also possesses the property  by means of which it brings about the reversal of the degenerative changes in joint and bones. It even provides relief from the pain and swelling. Due to this property it is also believed that it provides strength to the nervous system. Hence is widely used in diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, gout, Osteoarthritis, sciatica, paralysis, hemiplegia, lymphadenopathy etc.

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Guggul is widely used in skin diseases because of its blood purifying capabilty. It promotes the production of red blood corpuscles (RBC) and improves the action of white blood corpuscles (WBC), which are helpful in fighting against any kind of infections and forming our defence against the forien disease causing pathogens. Guggul is also gives strength to our immune system. Results are  very beneficial and visible in leprosy and eczema.

Guggul is regarded as ayurvedic antibiotic and is used in infectious diseases with great results.
Guggul finds its  major application in problems related to heart. Great results are found to be in people who are having high cholesterol levels. Significant lowering in blood cholesterol levels has been reported by regular use of guggul. It helps in maintaining LDL and HDL levels in blood in normal limits.

Guggul has  the properties, which are helpful in hypertension. It also helps in lowering in blood pressure levels and helps in maintaining it to normal levels.

A good result has also been seen in reducing fat levels within the body. Because of the ushan virya  potency of guggul it comprises of a high capability to penetrate and its katu and tikhta rasa it very beneficial within the obesity related problems. Ayurvedic physicians have used it as anti obesity agent.

It also works to strengthen our digestive system, it even helps in the easy secretions of digestive juices, works as appetizer, avoids indigestion and constipation, and is also beneficial in hemorrhoids and colitis. It provides relief from hyperacidity and belching. This herb is also found to be very beneficial in various liver problems.

Guggul is also helpful in upper respiratory tract infection. Its expectorant action helps in the  suppression of the kapha dosha, which is the main cause of wet cough. Benefits are also seen in asthmatic conditions.

It works as a diuretic for the patients suffering  from renal calculi by means of crushing the calculus therefore relieving and treating the renal stones.

Gargles are when performed with guggul water i.e guggul + water then it provides relief in stomatitis, tonsillitis, mouth ulcers, throat irritations,pharyngitis & upper respiratory infections.

The sexual ability and sperm count are improved by the regular use of guggul, in addition the sperm quality is also improved; Therefore it is said to be Aphrodisiac.

Guggul is further even beneficial within menstrual disturbances and dysmonnerhoea or painful menses.

Guggul works as rasayan i.e. used in promoting youthfulnesss and longitivity. For this reason is a constituent of the Chawanprash.
In various ancient classical medical texts  guggul is prescribed for the treatment of medoroga, a disease that closely resembles in symptoms to high cholesterol and hardening of the arteries. Guggul gum lowers cholesterol levels and protects against the hardening of the arteries. In the Sushruta Samhita, guggul was also suggested for fat loss and the relief of arthritis.

High cholesterol:About 14-27% of LDL cholesterol and 22-30% of triglycerides levels were reduced when guggul was given to men and women with high cholesterol for 12 weeks with no change in diet or exercise.

Impotence: Erectile dysfunction or impotency is found to be most likely developed in Men with lower blood cholesterol or higher amounts of the beneficial high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. Since guggul provides relief in atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), which may impede blood flow to and from the penis, guggul is possibly used for the treatment for impotence in men .

Weight Loss: Guggul works to enhance thyroid function. Since the thyroid gland produces hormones that are needed for the regulation of metabolism, it can help in weight loss. Guggul changes thyroid hormone metabolism, increase levels of circulating T3, or triiodothyroxine, a thyroxine metabolite known to raise overall metabolism, which in turn increases burning of fat.

Other Conditions: Guggul increase white blood cell production, disinfects mucus, sweat, and urine and regulates menstruation.
Guggul is commercially available for the treatment of cholesterol and triglyceride deposits in the body. Even in Sushruta Samhita, guggul is used for the treatment of obesity and rheumatism.

Properties:

Guggul is known to be having the following properties:-
(i) The cholesterol that is accumulated in the body is found to be disintegrated by Guggul. Hence it is used for the treatment of various cardiovascular problems.
(ii) Guggul even flushes out toxins from the body and promotes easy digestion of foods. It also has an mild laxative effect.
(iii)  It is known to be a mild liver stimulant.
(iv) The purification of blood is even brought about by Guggul.
(v) Guggul even produces a beneficial effect on the nervous system.
Uses
(i) In Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a type of arthritis which affects the cervical vertebrae, i.e. the vertebrae of the neck region as it has been mentioned in arthiritis that the ama is found to be accumulated. For the treatment of this disease, guggul is the best remedy. It is used in the form of its preparation Simhanada Guggul. The dosage prescribed for the patients is two to four tablets twice a day, followed by a glass of hot water or milk. Due to its laxative effect, it also removes the ama, i.e. the toxic buildup of waste materials in the body. If the bowels move in a regular fashion, the pains of spondylosis are very much reduced.
(ii) Constipation
Guggul acts as a mild laxative. It facilitates the movement of the bowels and keeps the digestive system clean.
(iii) Obesity
Guggul is used primarily for the treatment of obesity. The gum resin of the guggul is used to make incense sticks. These are lighted and the fumes are inhaled. Guggul can also be given internally for obese people. Triphala Guggul and Yograj Guggul are very effective in the treatment of obesity along with the various other preparations of Guggul.
(iv) Rheumatism
Yogaraj Guggul is extensively used for the treatment of rheumatism. Two to four tablets twice a day is to be taken. The dose must be followed by a hot glass of water or milk.
(v) Sciatica
Guggul is very effective for treating problems related with the nervous system. It is given to the patient of sciatica in the form of Yogaraj Guggul,. The dosage is two tablets four times a day along with warm milk or water.
Special Ayurvedic Preparations
(i) Guggul Tiktaka ghrita
Guggul Tiktata ghrita is elaborately prepared by boiling guggul in a special kind of butter.
(ii) Navaka Guggul
Navaka Guggul is a combination of gugguland various beneficial herbs. It is used in weight loss.
(iii) Simhanada Guggul
Simhanada Guggul is a preparation with guggul with the main ingredient which is used as treatment for cervical spondylosis.
(iv) Triphala Guggul
Triphala Guggul is a compound extract (of triphala) to which guggul is added.
(v) Yogaraja Guggul
Yogaraja Guggul is a very special preparation with guggul as its main ingredient. It is a mixture of about twenty powder extracts, within which guggul is the chief ingredient. It is used as a carminative, for lowering cholesterol and as an antipyretic.
Apart from these, there are many other  preparations of guggul being widely used such as Gokshuradi Guggul, Salai Guggul, Amrutadi Guggul, Kaishora Guggul, Kanchanara Guggul, Trayodashanga Guggul and Maha Yogaraja Guggul.