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The Gingko Biloba tree can live for a 1000 years, and is the world's oldest living species of tree. It is renowned for helping improve memory.

You need to be aware that it may take up to 8-12 weeks before any cognitive improvement is apparent.

The traditional use of Gingko can in fact be traced back to 5000 years in Chinese medicine. The leaves were used to help numerous ailments including bronchitis, gonorrhoea and stomach pains.

Gingko Biloba relies on two elements of active ingredients in balance for its beneficial effects:

1. gingko flavone glycosides

2. terpene lactones

• Blood thinner
• Help to reduce risk of dementia
• Improves blood circulation
• Reduce Alzheimer symptoms
• Help to combat depression
• Improves circulation
• Improves memory
• Produces enhanced alertness

It is mainly grown in Southern and Eastern United States, South of France, Korea and China, it is the leaves of the tree which are used in herbal medicine.

There are two groups of active constituents in Gingko Biloba: Gingko Flavones and Terpene Lactones.

Gingko Flavones are mainly responsible for the Gingko’s antioxidant activity which can help reduce circulatory diseases which also support the brain and nervous system.

Terpene Lactones, known as Gingkolides and Bilobalide, are associated with helping increase circulation to the brain and various other parts of the body; helping make circulation more efficient and helping to protect nerve cells.

Gingko Biloba is available in tablets, capsules, caplets and tincture.

The usual amount for Gingko is up to 120mg a day although some trials have used 240mg a day for sufferers of Alzheimer’s and depression. Although we don’t recommend anything than the dose stated on the bottle. Seek professional advice before taking any high doses.

1.    We would advise to seek advice before taking this product if you suffer with high blood pressure.

2.    Gingko does have a good safety record but those taking prescribed blood thinning medication should consult their GP of healthcare professional before taking this product.

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Last Updated: 27^th October 2011