Ginkgo Biloba is one of the best selling herbal products in the world and dates back over 300 million years, making it one of the oldest living tree species. It is an extract from the green leaves of the the Asian Ginkgo tree which is now grown worldwide. The active ingredients in the extract are the Ginkgoflavoneglycos, Bilobalide, and terpenelactones including ginkgolides A, B and C. This extract has been used for many years to treat cardiovascular problems as well as lung disorders.
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Ginkgo's most powerful effect is on the circulating system. Ginkgo flavonoids directly dilate the smallest segment of the circulating system, the micro-capillaries, which increase both blood circulation and oxygen levels in the brain. Gingko-related products are important supplements that aid in the overall improvement of circulation. Gingko also prevents damage to the arterial walls.
Ginko supplements increase oxygen flow to the brain and enhance the utilization of glucose. With these positive effects on the brain, Gingko is being researched for its role in the senility, forgetfulness, headaches and Alzheimer's disease and its role in improving alertness, memory and mental performance. The cognitive benefits provided to the brain by Ginko show that Ginko can also help reduce the frequency and intensity of depression.
Atheroclerotic peripheral vascular disease impairs walking and ginkgo has been shown to help blood flow to the legs allowing people with the disease to walk further and suffer less pain.
Benefits
• Increases circulation to the brain and lower extremities
• Treats senile conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease
• Treats loss of concentration and emotional fatigue in the elderly
• Treats hardening of the arteries
• Treats depression
• Treats allergies
• May treat tinnitus and vertigo
• May reduce vision loss due to aging
• May reduce symptoms associated with Raynaud’s disease
• Possible assistance in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease
