GINKGO BILOBA - MIRACLE CURE FOR MEMORY AND BRAIN?
Table of contents
- What is ginkgo or ginkgo biloba?
- What effect does ginkgo have? And how can it support health?
- Does ginkgo as a dietary supplement have side effects?
- Can ginkgo cure diseases such as tinnitus or dementia?
- Which ginkgo supplement is right for me?
- Where is the best place to buy ginkgo?
1. what is ginkgo or ginkgo biloba?
The living fossil with a very special power
The first ginkgo trees (botan.: "Ginkgo Biloba") grew around 250 million years ago. Due to its extremely high resistance, only the ginkgo survived the ice age - as the only "living fossil", as Charles Darwin called the tree with the valuable leaves.
Traditionally used - scientifically researched
Also known as the "Japanese temple tree", the ginkgo has been a fixture in traditional Chinese medicine for over 5,000 years. The versatile applications of ginkgo leaves and ginkgo seeds for a wide range of symptoms have spread around the world over the centuries. Today, the temple tree, which can live for over 1,000 years, is more interesting to science than ever. After all, the plant has a very special power that makes it indestructible and which humans can use to their advantage. For example, for brain performance:
Scientific study "Ginkgo and brain function"
In 2017, the effect of ginkgo on the brain function of older adults was investigated - in terms of concentration, language and mood. Source: Calapai G, et al:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5671585//
The first ginkgo trees (botan.: "Ginkgo Biloba") grew around 250 million years ago. Due to its extremely high resistance, only the ginkgo survived the ice age - as the only "living fossil", as Charles Darwin called the tree with the valuable leaves.
Traditionally used - scientifically researched
Also known as the "Japanese temple tree", the ginkgo has been a fixture in traditional Chinese medicine for over 5,000 years. The versatile applications of ginkgo leaves and ginkgo seeds for a wide range of symptoms have spread around the world over the centuries. Today, the temple tree, which can live for over 1,000 years, is more interesting to science than ever. After all, the plant has a very special power that makes it indestructible and which humans can use to their advantage. For example, for brain performance:
Scientific study "Ginkgo and brain function"
In 2017, the effect of ginkgo on the brain function of older adults was investigated - in terms of concentration, language and mood. Source: Calapai G, et al:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5671585//
2 What effect does ginkgo have? And how can it support health?
Functioning blood circulation is so important
Ginkgo Biloba has been used for more than 30 years as a dietary supplementin Germany, Austria and Switzerland for more than 30 years and is becoming increasingly popular. Many doctors and alternative practitioners recommend ginkgo biloba extracts or powder to their patients as a preventative measure or to treat a wide range of health problems.
Although you are unlikely to grow as old as a temple tree, it is highly likely that your health will benefit from ginkgo. Circulation (even in the fine blood vessels in the brain), the cardiovascular system, cognitive abilities, mental balance, vision and hearing can all benefit.
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The following statements on the effect of Ginkgo Biloba have been submitted to the EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) for review:
Ginkgo Biloba has been used for more than 30 years as a dietary supplementin Germany, Austria and Switzerland for more than 30 years and is becoming increasingly popular. Many doctors and alternative practitioners recommend ginkgo biloba extracts or powder to their patients as a preventative measure or to treat a wide range of health problems.
Although you are unlikely to grow as old as a temple tree, it is highly likely that your health will benefit from ginkgo. Circulation (even in the fine blood vessels in the brain), the cardiovascular system, cognitive abilities, mental balance, vision and hearing can all benefit.
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The following statements on the effect of Ginkgo Biloba have been submitted to the EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) for review:
- It normalizes blood circulation
- It supports microcirculation (within fine blood vessels, e.g. in the brain)
- It normalizes cognitive abilities (perception, attention, thinking, memory, learning, etc.)
- It supports the cardiovascular system
- It serves to maintain mental balance
- It normalizes vision and hearing
Scientific studies "Ginkgo and mental performance"
Studies with a total of 2,561 patients investigated the effectiveness of ginkgo biloba for dementia and neuropsychiatric symptoms. Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25114079
- It supports microcirculation (within fine blood vessels, e.g. in the brain)
- It normalizes cognitive abilities (perception, attention, thinking, memory, learning, etc.)
- It supports the cardiovascular system
- It serves to maintain mental balance
- It normalizes vision and hearing
Scientific studies "Ginkgo and mental performance"
Studies with a total of 2,561 patients investigated the effectiveness of ginkgo biloba for dementia and neuropsychiatric symptoms. Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25114079
3. does ginkgo as a dietary supplement have side effects?
Possible side effects/interactions
If you are being treated for thrombosis, talk to your doctor before taking ginkgo supplements. If you are taking medication that reduces blood clotting, please also consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Ginkgo Biloba. Ginkgo Biloba should not be taken before operations or in conjunction with acetylsalicylic acid or other anticoagulants. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it.
If you are being treated for thrombosis, talk to your doctor before taking ginkgo supplements. If you are taking medication that reduces blood clotting, please also consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Ginkgo Biloba. Ginkgo Biloba should not be taken before operations or in conjunction with acetylsalicylic acid or other anticoagulants. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it.
4. can ginkgo cure diseases such as tinnitus, Alzheimer's or dementia?
Certainly, there are suppliers of ginkgo products who make such promises. Even if there are studies in which tinnitus and circulatory disorders were reduced or dementia and Alzheimer's patients were able to concentrate better again, such statements are not scientifically proven. For this reason, statements on the effect of Ginkgo tablets or Ginkgo pills in connection with tinnitus or dementia should be treated with caution and corresponding advertising claims are not permitted.
Ginkgo is not a medicine - but as a dietary supplement it still helps people
Health-related claims about nutrients are a complex issue. Take, for example, the statement "Ginkgo Biloba supports blood circulation". This sentence is accompanied by many subjectively perceived "effects": for one person, its "normalized" blood circulation helps against ear whistling, another can now concentrate better, for another the pain in the legs is gone. Neither manufacturers nor sellers of dietary supplements are allowed to advertise such improvements in symptoms.
As with medication, each person can react differently to dietary supplements. Capsules with natural nutrients can therefore be a good, side-effect-free option to the "chemical club". Important to know: The success of ginkgo products depends on regular and often medium to long-term use. The quality of the preparation is also very important. It is important to pay attention to the ingredients, their composition and the origin of the product.
What do you think is better for your body? Medical drugs with synthetic active ingredients or tablets with natural nutrients? This is not to question the effectiveness of medicines in general. But sometimes less (and more natural) is more.
Ginkgo is not a medicine - but as a dietary supplement it still helps people
Health-related claims about nutrients are a complex issue. Take, for example, the statement "Ginkgo Biloba supports blood circulation". This sentence is accompanied by many subjectively perceived "effects": for one person, its "normalized" blood circulation helps against ear whistling, another can now concentrate better, for another the pain in the legs is gone. Neither manufacturers nor sellers of dietary supplements are allowed to advertise such improvements in symptoms.
As with medication, each person can react differently to dietary supplements. Capsules with natural nutrients can therefore be a good, side-effect-free option to the "chemical club". Important to know: The success of ginkgo products depends on regular and often medium to long-term use. The quality of the preparation is also very important. It is important to pay attention to the ingredients, their composition and the origin of the product.
What do you think is better for your body? Medical drugs with synthetic active ingredients or tablets with natural nutrients? This is not to question the effectiveness of medicines in general. But sometimes less (and more natural) is more.
5. which ginkgo preparation is right for me?
What is the difference between powder and extract?
Ginkgo products can have very different compositions. Some contain only Ginkgo POWDER or only Ginkgo EXTRACT. The powder is the ground (pulverized) form of dried plants, in this case the leaves. For the extract, the high-quality nutrients are removed (extracted), resulting in a much higher concentration of nutrients. It is ideal if ginkgo powder AND ginkgo extract are both contained, such as in thisproduct here.
Which dosage is perfect for me?
This always depends on the composition, the so-called "formula". Ginkgo Biloba is available in pure form or in combination with other nutrients (e.g. with ginseng, taurine, grape fruit extract, vitamins and minerals). Capsules or tablets have proven to be optimal. The amount of nutrients contained (mg) is always identical, making it easier to take. Observe the respective consumption recommendations of the products and do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Ginkgo products can have very different compositions. Some contain only Ginkgo POWDER or only Ginkgo EXTRACT. The powder is the ground (pulverized) form of dried plants, in this case the leaves. For the extract, the high-quality nutrients are removed (extracted), resulting in a much higher concentration of nutrients. It is ideal if ginkgo powder AND ginkgo extract are both contained, such as in thisproduct here.
Which dosage is perfect for me?
This always depends on the composition, the so-called "formula". Ginkgo Biloba is available in pure form or in combination with other nutrients (e.g. with ginseng, taurine, grape fruit extract, vitamins and minerals). Capsules or tablets have proven to be optimal. The amount of nutrients contained (mg) is always identical, making it easier to take. Observe the respective consumption recommendations of the products and do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
6 Where is the best place to buy Ginkgo Biloba?
Purity and dosage are paramount
The leaves of the Ginkgo Biloba tree are "pure nature" - therein lies their power! Maintaining this natural purity is first and foremost a matter of trust. Do not buy from dubious suppliers with self-made fantasy stickers on the tin. Also pay attention to the dosage in mg! Ginkgo Biloba is often only added to a product in very small quantities, but the ingredient Ginkgo Biloba is widely advertised. This example preparation shows how the composition of the ingredients should be declaredGinkgo + ginseng(see "Ingredients").
The quality should have been tested in Germany or in the EU
Do you want to be sure that you are taking pure, high-quality ginkgo biloba? In order to obtain the best possible quality in ginkgo products, it is important that the quality is controlled in accordance with EU laws. You can be absolutely sure if the testing has been carried out in renowned German laboratories. Incidentally, this should also apply to the vital substances that form a combination preparation with ginkgo.
A little tip: Check the supplier's store ratings on the Internet. On the one hand, customer opinions are important parameters, on the other hand, there are neutral institutions that rate the provider, such as "Trusted Shops" or "Top Shop" seals.
Tested Ginkgo Biloba products can be foundhere.
The leaves of the Ginkgo Biloba tree are "pure nature" - therein lies their power! Maintaining this natural purity is first and foremost a matter of trust. Do not buy from dubious suppliers with self-made fantasy stickers on the tin. Also pay attention to the dosage in mg! Ginkgo Biloba is often only added to a product in very small quantities, but the ingredient Ginkgo Biloba is widely advertised. This example preparation shows how the composition of the ingredients should be declaredGinkgo + ginseng(see "Ingredients").
The quality should have been tested in Germany or in the EU
Do you want to be sure that you are taking pure, high-quality ginkgo biloba? In order to obtain the best possible quality in ginkgo products, it is important that the quality is controlled in accordance with EU laws. You can be absolutely sure if the testing has been carried out in renowned German laboratories. Incidentally, this should also apply to the vital substances that form a combination preparation with ginkgo.
A little tip: Check the supplier's store ratings on the Internet. On the one hand, customer opinions are important parameters, on the other hand, there are neutral institutions that rate the provider, such as "Trusted Shops" or "Top Shop" seals.
Tested Ginkgo Biloba products can be foundhere.