Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo biloba, often called the maidenhair tree, is one of the oldest living tree species in the world — a "living fossil" that has survived for over 200 million years.
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Medicinal Use of Ginkgo biloba:
Ginkgo is widely used in traditional medicine and herbal
supplements, especially in Europe and Asia.
🔬 Purported Benefits:
- Cognitive
enhancement: memory, attention, mental clarity
- Dementia
and Alzheimer’s support
- Improved
circulation (especially in peripheral vascular disease)
- Antioxidant
effects (rich in flavonoids and terpenoids)
- Anti-inflammatory
and neuroprotective properties
📉 Scientific Evidence:
- Mixed
results: Some studies show mild improvement in cognitive function,
especially in early dementia.
- Large
meta-analyses often show no significant benefit compared to placebo.
- May
improve blood flow and reduce symptoms of claudication.
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