Guggulsterones for Weight Loss
You should know about a new supplement that is coming out of India these days. It is called Guggulsterones and it is claiming to be able to not only help you lose weight, but even aid those who have thyroid problems. Now this could be a very helpful supplement to almost anyone, depending on how it works. So I went out to find out not only if it works, but how.
For starters, guggulsterones actually come from a mixture of different compounds found in a plant called Commiphora Mukul, which is grown in India. The plants roots are technically where most of the compounds are stored. Once the plants are gathered the compounds are extracted using various methods and then put together to form a powdery substance. This is the guggulsterones that you will find in your local health food stores. You should know there is one caution, which is that guggulsterones comes in two different formats. One of these is a yellowish powder. This type of guggulsterones is weaker, less potent form while the stronger form is a dark brown, almost coffee-like substance. You will want to be sure to pick up the dark brown one, though it is hard to find in the US.
Does it work?
There have been numerous studies done on this new supplement since it hit the US. Some of the studies have been intense and very technical, while others have been slightly less in depth. There was a test done by Current Therapeutic Research that showed those who were taking guggulsterones were actually losing weight three times faster than those who were not. These were cases where the subjects were actually doing exercise and dieting as well. The study found that when the normal person diets, their metabolism goes down, which means that you aren’t going to be burning as much fat. The best way to burn fat is to have your metabolism high, while you diet. Up until now that has been impossible.
Guggulsterones actually stimulates your thyroid gland. Your thyroid gland is the part of your body that actually monitors your caloric intake and determines your metabolic rate. With the guggulsterones stimulating the thyroid, it doesn’t slow down when the food becomes less frequent. This means that you will be burning more calories and fat than if you were just dieting alone. It keeps your metabolism working hard to take off weight, and leaves you the option of taking in less fat.
If you are someone with a thyroid problems, making it almost impossible for you to lose weight, guggulsterones has actually been proven to help you as well. It has been shown in a variety of studies that it can actually boost your metabolic rate 8-10%. This means that you can actually start taking off some of that weight.
The recommended amount of guggulsterones per day is between 25-60mg three times per day. I would recommend consulting your physician before adding it to your daily regimen so he/she can help you determine the appropriate amount for you. You will also want to continue your current exercise and dieting plan (assuming it is a healthy one) once you start taking guggulsterones. Doing this will actually increase the effectiveness of the supplement.
