Traditional Chinese physicians employed Ginkgo leaves to treat asthma,dizziness, ringing in the ears. The Ginkgo extract is said to cause a dilation of arteries, capillaries, and veins. Ginkgo supplementation has been found useful in cases of memory loss and impaired cerebral performance.

GINKGO
Ginkgo Biloba

Properties: Antispasmodic, circulatory stimulant (cerebral), hyperglycemic, hypoglycemic, vasodilator.

Parts Used: Leaves.

Historical Uses:
The Ginkgo is the world's oldest living tree species, and it can be traced back more than 200 million years.
The Ginkgo species was almost destroyed during the Ice Age but survived in China.
The leaf preparations are used in China to treat circulatory problems.

Traditional Chinese physicians employed Ginkgo leaves to treat asthma, dizziness, ringing in the ears, and chilblains (swelling of the hands and feet from exposure to damp cold).

The Ginkgo extract is said to cause a dilation of arteries, capillaries, and veins.
Ginkgo supplementation has been found useful in cases of memory loss and impaired cerebral performance.

Contraindications: Avoid during pregnancy and by lactating women.

Adverse reactions: Possible adverse reactions include gastrointestinal upset and headache.

Dosage: 10 to 40 drops three times per day.