GINGKO BILOBA leaves

Ginkgo Biloba leaves (Ginkgo Biloba)

Other Names: Jigo or Yingo or dilobos

Ginkgo biloba is a tree native to China and has been cultivated for thousands of years for a variety of uses. It is used to improve memory, treat Alzheimer's disease, treat glaucoma, treat high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis, treat depression (in the elderly), reduce the risk of heart disease , reduce blood cholesterol levels, improve blood circulation especially in the extremities, treat varicose veins, treat erectile dysfunction, treat dizziness, treat vitiligo.

Basic Properties: circulatory stimulant and tonic, antioxidant, antiasthmatic, antispasmodic, antiallergic, anti-inflammatory.

Here are 12 benefits of ginkgo biloba.

• Contains powerful antioxidants
  Ginkgo contains high levels of flavonoids and terpenoids, which are compounds known for their powerful antioxidant effects and may be the reason behind many of its health claims.
• May help reduce inflammation
  Ginkgo has the ability to reduce inflammation caused by various conditions. This may be one of the reasons why it has such broad health applications.
• Improves circulation and heart health
  In traditional Chinese medicine, ginkgo seeds were used to open energy "channels" in various organ systems, including the kidneys, liver, brain, and lungs. Ginkgo can increase blood flow by promoting the dilation of blood vessels. This may have applications in treating diseases related to poor circulation.
• Reduces symptoms of psychiatric disorders and dementia
  Ginkgo has been repeatedly evaluated for its ability to reduce anxiety, stress, and other symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline associated with aging.
• Improves brain function
  Some research suggests that ginkgo may improve mental performance in healthy individuals.
• It can reduce stress.
  A handful of animal studies have observed a reduction in anxiety symptoms that may be attributed to ginkgo's antioxidant content.
• It can help with depression.
  Ginkgo biloba may help reduce symptoms of depression, especially if used alongside other treatments.
• May support vision and eye health
  Few studies have investigated how ginkgo relates to vision and eye health, but early results are promising.
• Can treat headaches and migraines
  In traditional Chinese medicine, ginkgo is a very popular treatment for headaches and migraines.
• May improve symptoms of asthma and COPD
  Ginkgo can treat symptoms associated with respiratory diseases due to its anti-inflammatory effects.
• Reduces symptoms of premenstrual syndrome
  Preliminary research suggests that ginkgo may help treat both the physical and psychological symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
• Treats sexual dysfunction
  Some sources report that ginkgo can treat issues related to sexual dysfunction, such as erectile dysfunction or low libido. Ginkgo may improve symptoms of sexual dysfunction due to its effect on blood flow.

How is it used:
Ginkgo Biloba leaves as an infusion: one teaspoon of dried herb in a cup of boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Drink 2-3 times a day
Use it for washing varicose ulcers.
Tincture: 1-2 ml of ginkgo biloba tincture up to three times a day.

(1 ml of tincture = approximately 30 drops)

Special precautions:
Take a 1-week break after every 15 days of continuous administration.
Ginkgo Biloba is not combined with antithrombotic medication and is not allowed to be taken if we have a fever.
Ginkgo is considered to be LIKELY SAFE during pregnancy. It has been used in pregnancy to prevent or treat swelling due to fluid retention. There is no safety data for breastfeeding.

Indicative bibliography

• Ginkgo biloba: A Treasure of Functional Phytochemicals with Multimedicinal Applications
• Properties of Ginkgo biloba L.: Antioxidant Characterization, Antimicrobial Activities, and Genomic MicroRNA Based Marker Fingerprints
• Advances in the Studies of Ginkgo Biloba Leaves Extract on Aging-Related Diseases
• Anti-inflammatory effects of Ginkgo biloba extract against trimethyltin-induced hippocampal neuronal injury
• Ginkgo biloba extract improves coronary blood flow in healthy elderly adults: role of endothelium-dependent vasodilation
• Ginkgo Biloba for Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
• A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial of Ginkgo biloba extract EGb 761 in a sample of cognitively intact older adults: neuropsychological findings
• Ginkgo biloba Extract 761: A Review of Basic Studies and Potential Clinical Use in Psychiatric Disorders
• The traditional Chinese medicine prescription patterns for migraine patients in Taiwan: a population-based study