The resin from the bark of
The resin from the bark of this unique tree is now commonly used in Western countries in naturally formulated supplements aimed at reducing high cholesterol levels, a major concern of more than 50 million Americans.
The myrrh tree is a small thorny tree which grows about 5 feet tall, and is native to both Arabia and India. The bark of this tree produces a resin commonly known as guggul.
Guggul exhibits a rather amazing cholesterol lowering ability unlike any other natural substance. Numerous studies have shown that Guggul significantly lowers triglycerides and cholesterol as well as LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). In human trials, using gugulipid, cholesterol levels dropped 14 to 27 percent in a 12 week study period while the triglyceride levels dropped from 22 to 30 percent. These results were produced with no significant change in exercise levels or diet.
Many naturopaths and holistic health practitioners regularly recommend guggul as it has a positive effect in preventing heart atherosclerosis, or narrowing of the arteries along with its cholesterol lowering properties.
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