Guggul has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic wellness, a holistic, plant-derived wellness system, to treat various health conditions, such as obesity, arthritis, and inflammation. Guggul contains a mixture of plant compounds, including essential oils, carbohydrates, and amino acids — all of which may be responsible for its various health effects. Purported to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it has been used in ancient wellness to protect against a variety of ailments.