Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba

A study found that one of the benefits of ginkgo biloba or also known as the maidenhair tree is in improving sexual response especially for women. Ginkgo may help women respond better through the four stages namely arousing the desire and excitement, lubricating, reaching orgasm and the afterglow.

Ginkgo biloba is one of the most popular Chinese herbs. Ginkgo trees can grow up to 50 meters. The medicinal potential of this plant is obtained from the ginkgo fan shaped leaves. Among the natural constituents found in the herb are antocyanin, lactones, flavonoids, ginkgolide, sitosterol and terpenoids. Gingko acts as an antioxidant and also has anti cancer properties.

A clinical study found that another one of the benefits of ginkgo biloba leaf extract is its effectiveness in maintaining a healthy heart.

Another study found that ginkgo assists in maintaining healthy blood glucose levels.

Ginkgo Biloba also has the potential to improve vision and eye health and preventing eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Ginkgo biloba may help in Alzheimer's disease treatment. It has the potential to treat memory loss. A study done on healthy individuals found that taking ginkgo helped in increasing memory and retain a longer attention span.

This Chinese herb has been used as a home remedy to treat allergies, sinus infections and respiratory problems such as asthma.

As an anti cancer herb, ginkgo may help block DNA from damaging cells caused by oxidation. Clinical trials done on mice showed that ginkgo helped slow the growth of breast and brain tumors.

A controlled study found that taking ginkgo biloba extract may help in treating vertigo by improving blood flow to the brain. Ginkgo may relieve the noise associated with tinnitus or ringing in the ears.

Some of the reported ginkgo biloba side effects include anxiety, diarrhea, headaches, minor rashes and moodiness. Ginkgo biloba may also interact with certain medications such as aspirin and warfarin. It is best that you talk to your doctor and seek advice before taking ginkgo biloba supplements.

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