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Evidence BasedWhat Is Guggul Used for, And Can It Benefit Your Health?Medically reviewed by Meredith Goodwin, MD, FAAFP — Written by Kaitlyn Berkheiser — Updated on September 30, 2024- Benefits & uses
- Dosage
- Side effects & precautions
- Overdose
- When to avoid
- Takeaway
Guggul is the gum resin found in various plants native to South Asia. It has several potential benefits, such as helping to manage acne and hypothyroidism. However, further research is still needed to confirm its effects.
Guggul sap, also called guggul, is tapped from plants similarly to how maple syrup is extracted from maple trees.
Guggul contains a mixture of plant compounds, essential oils, flavonoids, and amino acids — all of which may be responsible for its potential health benefits.
It has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine and is believed to treat various health conditions, such as obesity, acne, and osteoarthritis.
As herbal supplements are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), you should always speak with a healthcare professional first, before beginning a new supplement regime.
Potential benefits of guggul
Guggul has many potential benefits and may help to manage several health conditions.
However, clinical studies supporting these benefits and uses are generally limited. Here’s what research says about these claims.
May improve acne
Guggul has been studied for its potential to treat acne.
Research has found that it may be effective in complementary and alternative treatments for nodulocystic acne, a severe form of acne that affects the face, chest, and back.
Although studies seem promising, more up-to-date research is needed before strong conclusions can be made.
May help treat eczema and psoriasis
Eczema and psoriasis are both noncontagious skin conditions that are mainly caused by inflammation of the skin.
Most of the research on guggul’s ability to treat these and other skin irritations has investigated the effects of guggul extracted from the Boswellia serrata plant.
A 2018 review suggests that it could be an effective treatment for eczema and psoriasis. Researchers also found that it may help manage associated symptoms, such as rashes and itching.
Still, research is limited, and more studies are needed to confirm guggul’s purported benefits for skin health.
May help with weight loss
Guggul is often claimed to help treat obesity by promoting fat loss and suppressing appetite. However, very little high quality evidence exists to support its use for this purpose.
A 2020 study suggests that herbal supplements containing guggul extract may help treat obesity by promoting weight loss and reducing both skinfold thickness and body circumference.
Although these results seem promising, they don’t examine the effects of guggul specifically on weight loss. Ultimately, further research is warranted to confirm the link between guggul and weight loss.
Storage and handling
Guggul supplements, lotions, extracts, and powders should be stored in their original containers at room temperature in a cool, dry place.
Avoid exposing the product to light, heat, and moisture.
Dosage and how to take
Guggul supplements are available in a wide range of forms, including capsules, extracts, powders, and lotions, which can be found online or in some health food and supplement stores.
Dosage recommendations vary drastically among brands and products. They are typically based on the amount of active guggulsterone, a plant steroid, present in the guggul extract or supplement.
Guggul may also be sold in combination with other natural herbs or extracts.
Due to a lack of research, there’s no available recommendation on the most beneficial dose for guggul.
As a rule of thumb, follow the dosing instructions on the back of your supplement packaging and only take guggul if a healthcare professional has recommended it.
Side effects and precautions
Guggul is considered relatively safe when taken at the typically recommended dose.
Side effects of guggul may include:
- headache
- mild nausea
- belching
- hiccups
- loose stools
- rash
Due to the lack of human studies regarding the safety and efficacy of guggul, you may experience some side effects that have not been widely reported.
If you have any concerns about the side effects you are experiencing, you should speak with a healthcare professional.
Overdose
It’s currently unknown what dosage of guggul would cause an overdose, as well as what effects would occur in the event of one.
Over-the-counter dosages of guggul appear to be relatively safe, as long as they’re taken as directed on the packaging.
Due to a lack of evidence, there’s little to no information on the toxicity or potential detrimental effects of larger doses in humans.
When to avoid taking guggul
As with any supplement, if you’re currently taking medications, you should speak with a healthcare professional before starting guggul.
There’s limited research regarding the use of guggul in those who are pregnant or breastfeeding or chestfeeding. Therefore, supplementation in this population should also be avoided unless directed by a healthcare professional.
Takeaway
Guggul is the gum resin found in various plants native to South Asia. It has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine and may help to treat various health conditions, such as obesity, acne, and osteoarthritis.
However, further research is still needed to confirm its effects.
As herbal supplements are not regulated by the FDA, you should always speak with a healthcare professional first, before beginning a new supplement regime.
How we reviewed this article:
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- Kunnumakkara AB, et al. (2018). Googling the guggul (Commiphora and Boswellia) for prevention of chronic diseases. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6087759/
- Mangal A, et al. (2017). Clinical evaluation of Vatari guggulu, Maharasnadi kwatha and Narayan taila in the management of osteoarthritis knee. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0975947616304235
- Salibay CC, et al. (2022). Guggulsterone. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/guggulsterone
- Singh S, et al. (2017). A clinical study on hyperlipidemia with Medohar guggulu and Lekhaniya mahakashaya.https://www.iamj.in/posts/images/upload/606_612.pdf
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