Gugulipid® Plus Lactospore Gugulipid is a standardized extract of the gum resin from Commiphora mukul (2.5% Guggulsterones Z&E), and has been used to help support the maintenance of healthy levels of cholesterol and blood serum lipids. The active constituents are called Guggulsterones. Lactospore® is a shelf-stable probiotic (minimum of 100 million sporogenes per tablet) that produces the beneficial L(+) form of lactic acid in the intestines. It is synergistic with Gugulipid in healthy cholesterol maintenance. Plant sterols such as gugulipid have been shown to be very effective in maintaining normal cholesterol levels.

Gugulipid® (Commiphora mukul extract) Gugulipid® is a standardized extract for Guggulsterones Z & E used for healthy cholesterol maintenance. It is extracted from the sap of the tree Commiphora mukul, which is found in the rough and warm lands of India. In multi centric studies performed on over 300 overweight patients, Gugulipid effectively supported healthy levels of cholesterol, total serum lipids, triglycerides, beta-lipoproteins and HDL levels1. In addition, Gugulipid may also generate energy by increasing metabolic processes.

Lactospore® Lactospore® is a preparation containing a superior sporulated strain of lactic acid producing bacteria, Lactobacillus sporogenes. It is clinically proven beneficial in the gastro-intestinal tract. It also restores normal intestinal flora and supports healthy cholesterol levels1. These spores, on activation in the environment of the stomach, germinate and proliferate in the intestine, producing lactic acid. The unique advantages of Lactospore® include room temperature stability, compatibility with other ingredients and proven effectiveness. It produces L(+)-lactic acid only.

Gugulipid^® - Mechanism(s) of Action

The studies on gum guggul indicate that its hypolipidemic activity can be attributed to more than one mechanism.Some of the possible mechanisms include:

1. Inhibition of cholesterol biosynthesis,
2. Enhancing the rate of excretion of cholesterol,
3. Promoting rapid degradation of cholesterol,
4. Thyroid stimulation,
5. Alteration of biogenic amines
6. High affinity binding and anion exchange
7. Dietary Supplements

The recommended dose is 2-3 Tablets daily (equivalent to 25 mg of guggulsterones 2-3 times a day)