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Source of validity: Traditional
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Commiphora wightii, also known as guggul, has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine primarily for its anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering, and "detoxifying" properties. In classical Ayurvedic texts, guggul is sometimes recommended as part of complex herbal formulas for managing "fevers" and respiratory conditions, which could encompass colds with fever. The rationale for its use is based on its reputed ability to "balance doshas" and clear bodily channels, which traditional practitioners might interpret as helpful in feverish respiratory ailments. However, there is no direct reference in Ayurvedic literature to the use of Commiphora wightii alone specifically for the treatment of common colds with fever; its inclusion is usually as part of broader multi-herb formulations. From a scientific perspective, there is no clinical or preclinical evidence demonstrating that Commiphora wightii possesses antiviral activity against cold viruses or is effective for symptomatic relief of colds and fever. Most modern research on guggul focuses on its effects on cholesterol and inflammation, not on infectious diseases or fever reduction. Therefore, while there is some traditional precedent for its use in the context of fever or respiratory complaints, the evidence is weak and not substantiated by modern studies.

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