Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba

Gingko biloba is also known as Maidenhair. The tree is the only living specimen remaining of the Gingkoales order. Gingko trees grew plentifully during the Mesozoic Era, but the biloba is the last one remaining.

Dementia

• Gingko biloba has antioxidant properties that improves mental clarity. Gingko biloba extract is given to Alzheimers and dementia patients to improve memory and cognitive function.

Eyes

• Gingko contains large amounts of flavonoids. These flavonoids can decrease the destruction of the retina caused by eye diseases such as macular degneration.

Tinnitus

• Tinnitus is a nerve disorder that causes intermittent ringing in the ears. Gingko biloba is believed to soothe these disturbed nerve endings and lessen the discomfort of this hearing disorder.

Leg Pain

• People with weak blood flow in the legs often have pain when walking. Gingko biloba can be useful for improving leg circulation thereby easing leg pain in some patients.

MS

• The disease multiple sclerosis affects coordination, strength and energy levels. Gingko biloba can improve these functions in patients with MS.