Category Archives: Gingko biloba

The Differing Effects of Flavonoids

Flavonoids are polyphenolic chemicals synthesised by plants as secondary metabolites. In plants they play important roles in the protection of tissues from environmental damage including pathogens and ultraviolet light. When humans eat plants they absorb the flavonoids and here they … Continue reading

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Ginkgo biloba protects from Diabetic Nephropathy

Diabetes is an increasingly common disorder of glucose and insulin metabolism. When managed correctly diabetics can lead a reasonably normal life through the use of lifestyle changes and the use of synthetic insulin, both of which allow blood glucose levels … Continue reading

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Ginkgo Biloba: Reduces Cortisol Levels?

Ginkgo biloba is a herbal supplement that has a long history as a medicinal herb. Ginkgo biloba has a number of properties that include significant effects on the brain which include memory enhancing and mood elevating effects. Ginkgo biloba may … Continue reading

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Ginkgo biloba for OCD

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Antidepressant Herbs as Antioxidants

A number of herbs are known for their antidepressant effects. Three popular herbal supplements that have this antidepressant effect are St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum), Ginkgo biloba and Apocynum venetum (Luobuma or sword-leaf dogbane). The antidepressant effects of these herbs … Continue reading

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Ginkgo Biloba: Sleep and Mood

Extracts of ginkgo biloba are widely available as tablets. Research shows that standardised extracts of ginkgo biloba are effective at increasing blood flow to the brain, and this provides a cognitive benefit. The ability of ginkgo biloba to alter brain … Continue reading

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Gingko with phospholipids For Memory and Calmness

Ginkgo biloba extract is a known cognitive enhancing herb. It is not clear how ginkgo is able to improve cognition, but it has been suggested, based on experimental evidence, that extracts of the herb provide significant antioxidant effects to the … Continue reading

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Ginkgo biloba: A Source of Terpene Trilactones

Ginkgo biloba is a tree with a long history of use in traditional medicine. The tree gets its name from the Japanese word ‘ginkyo’, which means silver apricot, on account of its production of small silver or grey looking fruits. … Continue reading

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Ginger (Zingiber officinale) as an Anxiety Treatment

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a perennial flowering plant that is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties. The rhizome of the plant is used for this purpose and is often called ginger root or ginger. Ginger belongs to the … Continue reading

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Gingko Biloba To Treat Anxiety

Anxiety is a disorder characterised by uncontrolled feelings of fear or helplessness. Severe anxiety, including panic attacks, often requires medical intervention as the symptoms can overwhelm the resources of the individual and be highly debilitating. However, a growing number of … Continue reading

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