Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

Latin name: Ginkgo Biloba

Health Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

Ginkgo Biloba is the brain food herb.  It has also been especially popular as a longevity herb in Japan.  It is one of the best herbs for enhancing vitality, memory, and circulation.  Health benefits include: 

• Is great for memory loss, and is being used to treat Alzheimer’s disease, strokes, and other forms of dementia, as well as short as well as long term memory.
• Has demonstrated a remarkable ability to improve peripheral circulation and reducing inflammation in the blood vessels.  This translates into decreased blood clotting and better concentration.
• Is an antioxidant, which is useful against free radicals in the body.
• Often used as the main ingredient in energy drinks as it is said to give a great energy boost.
• Ginkgo leaves contain ginkgolides, which inhibit platelet-activating factor, a chemical involved in asthma and allergies . This herb also contains a dozen different anti-inflammatory chemicals and seven natural antihistamines.
• One of the best herbs for promoting blood flow and oxygenation throughout the body.
•  Strengthens the arterial walls.
• Excellent herb for treating vertigo, and tinnitus, or ringing in the ears. 

Nutritional Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

• Excellent source of iron, calcium, and Vitamin C. 

How to Use Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

• Can be used in tea and tincture combinations, and can also be used in encapsulated form.
• Because its active principles seem to wear off after six to eight hours, small doses are recommended three times a day for maximum effect. 

Cautions and Side Effects of Ginkgo Biloba Leaf

• Do not use if you are taking other anti-coagulant drugs as it may increase bleeding.