Natures Aid Gingko Biloba

The Chinese have revered Ginkgo for over 5000 years and history makes many references to its use in treating asthma, tuberculosis, bronchitis and circulatory conditions such as tinnitus and Raynaud’s disease.

What is Natures Aid Ginkgo Biloba used for?

• Memory—in one study an improvement in short-term memory was noticed as soon as 48 hours after taking Ginkgo extract. This was confirmed in another study, where a beneficial effect was seen in mild to moderate memory loss. The greatest benefit was noticed in those over 50 years of age.
• Alzheimer’s disease—many studies have shown that people taking Ginkgo biloba possessed improved mental acuity, were more alert, scored higher on psychometric tests and had a more positive outlook than control patients.
• Circulatory disorders—improved circulation has been demonstrated in the brain and in the hands and feet. Walking without pain has been seen to improve along with Raynaud’s disease, warmth of lower limbs and clearing of ulcerous lesions. Ginkgo biloba has been shown to improve circulation to diseased areas of the brain as well as to healthy areas.
• Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and strokes—Ginkgo biloba has been shown to block or antagonise the platelet activating factor (PAF). A reduction in PAF activity reduces the incidence of thrombosis (clots forming inside the blood vessels) which in turn reduces the damage caused by the prevention of blood reaching vital organs by blockage of blood vessels. Ginkgo biloba’s potential usefulness in ‘Economy Class Syndrome’ has been indicated.
• Sexual dysfunction due to anti-depressants—improvement in all 4 phases of the sexual response cycle (desire, excitement (erection/lubrication), orgasm and resolution) was noted.
• Anti-oxidant—the human body is especially vulnerable to oxidant attack when oxygen supply to tissues is low. This is the type of condition where Ginkgo biloba is typically used. Its anti-oxidant properties are well documented.
• Asthma—PAF causes an inflammatory response which is a factor in asthma. The blocking of this response has been shown to help asthma sufferers.
• Ear health—tinnitus, hearing loss, dizziness and vertigo have all been shown in clinical trials to respond to Ginkgo biloba.
• Eye health—evidence is emerging that Ginkgo biloba may help sufferers of macular degeneration.

This information has been provided to inform and educate trade customers and professionals only. It is not intended for use to diagnose, treat or cure disease; nor to provide medical advice. If in doubt con-sult a qualified practitioner.

Other Information:

Ginkgo flavone glycosides protect against free radicals by providing the anti-oxidant bioflavonoids quercetin, kaempferol and rutin (all of which are related to vitamin C) along with vitamin C and other anti-oxidants such as superoxide dismutase.

Ginkgolides and bilobalides inhibit the enzyme ‘platelet activating factor’ (PAF). PAF causes platelets to change shape and stick together (clot) and activates the inflammatory process.
Ginkgo biloba generally improves blood flow by dilating the peripheral blood vessels, including the capillaries. This may also have the effect of reducing the resistance to blood flow and lowering blood pressure.

Why Choose Natures Aid Ginkgo Biloba?
Available as 60mg and 120mg extract tablets.

Each 60mg extract tablet contains standardised extract equivalent to 3000mg of Ginkgo Biloba leaf.  Each 120mg extract tablet contains standardised extract equivalent to 6000mg of Ginkgo Biloba leaf.  The standardised extract provides 24% Ginkgo flavone glycosides and 6% ginkgolides and bilobalides.

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Contra-indications / Precautions:

Should be avoided by anyone taking aspirin or anti-coagulants such as warfarin. This product is not suitable for insulin dependent diabetics or people with low blood pressure. Due to the absence of safety data, this product is not recommended during pregnancy or whilst breast feeding.