The ginkgo biloba tree has medium green leaves that grow up to 3 inches long, according to the Department of Horticulture and Crop Science at Ohio State University. In the fall, the leaves usually turn chartreuse in color, although some leaves turn golden yellow with excellent growth conditions. This tree produces an oval fruit that appears tan-orange in color and green flowers that have a pleasant fragrance. The bark of the trunk ranges from light brown to brownish-gray, and the trunk may grow up to 3 feet in diameter. The ginkgo biloba tree has stout twigs that appear gray, tan or light brown in color.
Active ingredients in ginkgo leaves include flavonol glycosides and terpene trilactones, principally the diterpene ginkgolides A, B, C and J, and the sesquiterpene bilobalide, along with smaller amounts of biflavones, proanthocyanidins, and organic acids.
Ginkgo biloba extract may enhance circulation to the brain supporting memory and brain function.
2. Vista Nutrition’s
Ginkgo Biloba
Among it medicinal uses ginkgo biloba
shows most promise as a circulatory
aid, helping to increase blood flow to
the brain which may be useful for
memory loss, vertigo, tinnitus,
disorientation, headaches, and
depression, especially in the elderly and
the elderly not responding to
antidepressant drugs. Gingko may help
to relieve cerebral insufficiency, which is
defined as a decrease in blood supply
to the brain.
3. How does Ginkgo Biloba
work?
Ginkgo is a unique, highly bioavailable form of the herb
ginkgo biloba. Unlike other ginkgo biloba extracts
(GBE).
GBE may enhance blood circulation to the brain, which
may promote mental alertness, clarity and concentration.
GBE also promotes delivery of oxygen and glucose to
nerve cells, for nervous system support.
Antioxidants protect healthy cells from damage caused
by free radical molecules in the body.
4. Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba
It is used for enhancing the memory in the elderly people.
Helps against Diabetic retinopathy.
It helps against PMS.
It is also useful in case of hearing loss, strokes and
anxiety.
It is also beneficial in case of Intermittent Claudication,
where it makes walking very difficult for the person.
5. Variants of Ginkgo Biloba
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 120mg- 120 capsules
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 60mg- 90 capsules
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 60mg- 180 capsules
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 180mg- 90 capsules
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 180mg- 180 capsules
Vista Nutritions Ginkgo Biloba 120mg- 240 capsules
Supplement facts for Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg- 120 capsules
Serving Size: 1 Capsule | Servings per Container: 120
Amount per % daily value
serving
Ginkgo biloba 120 mg *
extract
6. Facts about Ginkgo Biloba
• The cultivation and consumption of ginkgo have
increased due to a growing interest in its possible anti-
aging, memory and circulatory benefits.
• Ginkgo has an ability to enhance memory and prevent
age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer's.
• The Ginkgo Biloba tree is called as the “living fossil” as it
has remained virtually unchanged since the Palezoic
period of 225 million years ago.
Reference: http://factoidz.com
7. Who is benefitted by
Ginkgo Biloba capsules
• Elderly people are benefitted greatly as Ginkgo helps to
enhance their memory.
• The young and middle aged people are also greatly
benefitted as Ginkgo helps to improve their mental
functioning.
• It helps in better circulation and memory in the brain.
• It helps in tissue oxygenation and hence has anti-oxidant
properties which helps prevent the growth of cancer
causing radicals.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat,
cure, or prevent any disease.