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Ginkgo Profile Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) Ginkgo is one of the oldest living species on earth and has a deep family history dating back roughly 200 million years. This species is a relative newcomer to the herbal medicine scene and its first thorough study was conducted in 1997. It studies went on to find that Gingko helps improve the short-term memory of early diagnosed Alzheimer disease. The researchers concluded that this herb is relatively safe when taken appropriately and that it improved overall cognitive performance. Ginkgo has a mild blood thinning effect and helps overall cerebral circulation carrying vital oxygen and nutrients to the brain. Today Ginkgo is used liberally to improve memory, concentration, mental alertness, very mild mood disorders and as a preliminary and lifelong supplement against Alzheimer's. Constituents. Several key flavonoids including quercetin, kaempferol, and isorhamnetine. Also contains sufficient amounts of glycosides, non-flavonoid terpenes, carotenoids, and ginkolides A, B and C. Parts Used Western herbal medicine uses the leaves either cut or whole and Eastern (Chinese) herbal medicine utilize the fruit, however the fruit is mildly toxic and applied for different ailments other than those described here. It is best to stick with the leaves. Typical preparations. Liquid herbal extract, dried leaf tea infusion, herbal capsules (non-standardized) and a few fresh leaves in drinks or smoothies comes recommended. Summary Research has shown that it is safe in controlled environments and readily available across all international markets. The Gingko tree is a hearty species and it is recommended that one grows their own and utilize fresh picked leaves in early fall just when the colors begin to change golden. Precautions In isolated cases it has reportedly caused gastrointestinal upset. Ginkgo is a blood-thinning herb and it is not recommend to be taken while on blood thinning medications. Fruit is mildly toxic.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com