Ginkgo Biloba Health Benefits

 

Ginkgo Enhance Health

Ginkgo Biloba is commonly referred to as ginkgo also known as the maidenhair tree native to china. Ginkgo leaf extract is commonly used in dietary supplements that support human health and is sold as one of the top herbal medicines that may help cognitive function. The Ginkgo tree is the last living species in the older Ginkgoales which first appeared 280 million years ago.  Ginkgo extended back to the middle of Jurassic approximately 170 million years ago. The tree was cultivated in early human history, remaining planted in 2023. Ginkgos are large trees normally reaching a height of 20-35 m or 66-115 Ft with come specimens located in China reaching over 50 m or 165 ft tall. The tree is resistant to diseases having insect resistant wood and has the ability to form aerial roots that form above ground making the tree durable with some species claimed to be over 2,500 years old. Ginkgo Biloba leaf of an ancient Chinese tree is used therapeutically to improve circulation throughout the body and helps send more blood and oxygen to the brain increasing mental alertness.

Ginkgo Biloba leaves  extract (EGb) has been used for thousands of years obtained from the Ginkgo Biloba leaves to help treat medical disorders. It is widely used to treat various degenerative diseases including Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, and macroangiopathy, a disease of the large blood vessels in which fat and blood clots accumulate sticking to vessel walls blocking the flow of blood. Ginkgo Biloba is traditionally used in Chinese medicine that has been used for centuries to treat many disorders. There is some evidence  indicating ginkgo can help people with dementia but more studies are required to confirm the issue. As an antioxidant, it helps protect cells from free radical damage that may contribute to many health problems cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases. Medication care is needed to prevent interactions with other drugs and risks factors. Even Ibuprofen taken with ginkgo can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients with blood circulation disorders or people taking anticoagulants such as aspirin are at risk of experiencing undesirable effects of taking ginkgo.

People taking medication should talk to their medical provider before taking Ginkgo Biloba to avoid any interactions with medications. Although Ginkgo Biloba leaf extracts are often considered cognitive enhancers as one study from PubMed Central found that the extract of ginkgo biloba known as EGb 71 was clinically effective for treating Alzheimer's Disease. The benefits of taking Ginkgo may include better thinking, improved memory, better social behavior, improved ability to perform everyday tasks. Ginkgo is available in supplement form, teas, and liquid extracts.  Life Extension Ginkgo Biloba certified extract for healthy memory support and brain cognitive function is available in ginkgo leaf extract supplement form Non GMO gluten free vegetarian form 365 capsules 120 mg dosage. IT supports your ability to accomplish daily tasks helping to maintain quality of life. Herbal teas also referred to as herbal infusions commonly called tisanes are beverages made with infusions of herbs and spices or other edible plant material in hot water to create a tea blend often used in herbal medicine.

Health King Ginkgo Herb Biloba Tea 20 count tea bags per box supports brain health, mental sharpness and memory is available on Amazon. It helps maintain normal cholesterol levels, improving cerebral vascular blood flow and oxygenation enhancing memory, mental clarity and alertness. The Ginkgo is native to China then first introduced in America in 1764. Toward the end of the 20 century ginkgo extract became popular in many countries for its purported memory enhancing properties. 

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Patricia Lynn

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