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Ginkgo biloba is a powerful antioxidant and is well known for its powerful action to enhance circulation, even to the smallest of body parts, and apart from helping with the blood flow, it is thought to also make the blood less sticky. It is also sometimes referred to as GBE (Ginkgo Biloba Extract)
Although it is considered a new participant in nutrition in America, it has been used for centuries by the Chinese, and has become a conventional supplement in Europe.
Because of its powerful effect on brain, mood and mental functions, it is also referred to as the "smart herb" and is great for reducing high blood pressure, inhibiting blood clots and as an anti-aging supplement.
Ginkgo biloba improves brain functioning by increasing the cerebral and peripheral blood flow, the circulation and oxygenation.
It is used to treat depression headaches, memory loss, boosting short-term memory, vertigo, tinnitus, leg cramps, asthma, eczema, heart and kidney disorders, impotence, penile dysfunction and male infertility.
The leaves of this herb has been used for thousands of years and contains ginkgolides and heterosides, but needs to be taken for some time for the full effect to be felt.
Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal upsets with large dosages of ginkgo biloba.
Ginkgo biloba found in the following Zest for Life products
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