GUGGUL is the most important resin used in Ayurvedic medicine. Similar to myirh, it possesses strong purifying and rejuvenating powers. A whole series of medicines, called gugguls, consist mainly of this herb, with smaller amounts of other herbs used to direct its healing properties. It is a rejuvenative for Vata, and also for Kapha; it only mildly aggravates Pitta after long term usage. Guggul increases white blood cell count and disinfects secretions, including mucus, sweat and urination. It increases appetite, clears the lungs, and helps heal the skin and mucous membranes—though it is more for chronic than acute conditions. It can be applied externally as a plaster, as well as a gargle for ulcerated conditions of the mouth and throat. Guggul helps regulate menstruation. While not nutritive in itself, it does catalyze tissue regeneration, particularly nerve tissue. It also reduces fat, toxins, tumors and necrotic tissue. It is the best medicine for arthritic conditions.