Ginkgo Extract (Ginkgo biloba)

This NEW Ginkgo Biloba Extract has a confirmed 24% Flavonol glycosides, and 6% Terpene Lactones.

The dietary flavonoids, especially their glycosides, are the most vital phytochemicals in diets and are of great general interest due to their diverse bioactivity. Flavonoid C-glycosides showed significant antioxidant activity, anticancer and antitumor activity, hepatoprotective activity, anti-inflammatory activity, anti-diabetes activity, antiviral activity, antibacterial and antifungal activity, and other biological effects.

Terpene lactones are a family of compounds with unique chemical structures, first recognised in an extract of Ginkgo biloba. Terpene lactones are a class of bioactive constituents of standardized preparations of Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, extensively used as add-on therapies in patients with ischemic cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

These herbal extracts are ideal for adding to herbal teas, or other beverages, and can also be added to foods. A typical dose would be 120-240 mg divided into several doses throughout the day. The maximum recommended would be 600 mg per day.

Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as ginkgo or gingko (both pronounced /ˈɡiŋkoʊ/ or /ˈɡɪŋkoʊ/), also known as the maidenhair tree, is a species of tree native to China. It is the only living species in the order Ginkgoales, which first appeared over 290 million years ago. Fossils very similar to the living species, belonging to the genus Ginkgo, extend back to the Middle Jurassic approximately 170 million years ago. The tree is widely cultivated, and was cultivated early in human history.

Used extensively in Traditional Chinese Medicine, ginkgo contains high levels of antioxidants, flavonoids and terpenoids. As an anti-inflammatory, it is used to treat arthritis and IBS. 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 ageing. Also commonly used to treat anxiety, depression, improve well being and memory, along with treating headaches, supporting healthy vision and eye health and improving asthma and PMS symptoms.

As a Dream aid, Ginkgo Biloba works by improving memory and increasing brain function. It’s been found to boost memory and cognitive speed, which both help you to have better dreams. Ginkgo has been a common ancient Chinese medicine for many years, for good reason.

It works by improving blood flow to the brain, allowing a modest boost in cognitive function, brain speed and critical thinking. It’s not the most potent lucid herb but it certainly works! It’s commonly used as a treatment for conditions like Alzheimers.