- Standardardised Ginkgo Extract - Indena-Certified - Free radicals scavenger - Aid alertness of mind Ginkgo is one of the world's oldest tree still on Earth, and it has been around since 200 million years ago. While its fruits and seeds are toxic in certain amount, it was the extract of Ginkgo biloba leaves that has been found to be beneficial to human health. Ginkgo leaves standardized to contain 24% ginkgo flavonglycodides and 6% terpenoids are used for therapeutic purpose. Standardised Ginkgo Biloba extract also act as a powerful free radicals scavengers in the body. They neutralise free radicals. A daily dose of 120mg standardised 24% Ginkgoflavonglycoside and 6% Terpene Lactones is needed. Ginkgo biloba extract should be taken consistently for at least twelve weeks to give the best results. Although most people report benefits within two to three weeks, some may take longer to respond. Ginkgo biloba extract is found to be extremely safe. This product contains GinkgoSelect® which is produced by a patented, multi-phase extraction process resulting in a standardized 24% ginkgoflavonglycoside (or heteroside) and a minimum of 6% terpene lactone extract. Ginkgolides A and B are the most active fractions. Ginkgo Biloba has a wide range of beneficial effects, including circulatory and antioxidant protection. Note: Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Persons facing surgery, having bleeding problems or undergoing other treatment which may affect the ability of blood to clot - especially anticoagulant (blood thinning) therapy - should not take this product.Persons taking medication should consult their physician before taking Ginkgo Biloba. Scientific References 1. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2005 Nov;1056:474-85. Stabilization of Mitochondrial Membrane Potential and Improvement of Neuronal Energy Metabolism by Ginkgo Biloba Extract EGb 761. Eckert A, Keil U, Scherping I, Hauptmann S, Muller WE. 2. Eur J Pharmacol. 2005 May 9;514(2-3):141-9. Ginkgolide B, a constituent of Ginkgo biloba, facilitates glutamate exocytosis from rat hippocampal nerve terminals. Wang SJ, Chen HH. 3. Life Sci. 2005 May 27;77(2):140-8. Epub 2005 Feb 25. Protective effects of Ginkgo biloba leaf extract on aluminum-induced brain dysfunction in rats. Gong QH, Wu Q, Huang XN, Sun AS, Shi JS. 4. J Pharm Pharmacol. 1999 May;51(5):535-41. Therapeutic value of Ginkgo biloba in reducing symptoms of decline in mental function. Curtis-Prior P, Vere D, Fray P. 5. J Altern Complement Med. 2000 Jun;6(3):219-29. An examination of the efficacy of Ginkgo biloba extract EGb761 on the neuropsychologic functioning of cognitively intact older adults. Mix JA, Crews WD Jr. 6. Arch Med Res. 2003 Sep-Oct;34(5):373-81. Effects of Ginkgo biloba on mental functioning in healthy volunteers. Cieza A, Maier P, Poppel E. 7. Fortschr Med Orig. 2003;121(1):5-10. The effect of ginkgo biloba on healthy elderly subjects. Cieza A, Maier P, Poppel E. 8. JAMA. 1997 Oct 22-29;278(16):1327-32. A placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized trial of an extract of Ginkgo biloba for dementia. North American EGb Study Group. Le Bars PL, Katz MM, Berman N, Itil TM, Freedman AM, Schatzberg AF. 9. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2002 May;40(5):188-97. The efficacy of Ginkgo special extract EGb 761 in patients with tinnitus. Morgenstern C, Biermann E. 10. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2000 Sep;151(4):416-23. The dose-dependent cognitive effects of acute administration of Ginkgo biloba to healthy young volunteers. Kennedy DO, Scholey AB, Wesnes KA. 11. Int J Neuropsychopharmacol. 2001 Jun;4(2):131-4. Neuropsychological changes after 30-day Ginkgo biloba administration in healthy participants. Stough C, Clarke J, Lloyd J, Nathan PJ. 12. Phytother Res. 1999 Aug;13(5):408-15. The effects of acute doses of standardized Ginkgo biloba extract on memory and psychomotor performance in volunteers. Rigney U, Kimber S, Hindmarch I. |
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