Ginkgo

Ginkgo

Ginkgo: Ginkgo is an herb that is used medicinally and is claimed to have a wide variety of health benefits, including reducing free radical damage, improving circulation, and optimizing glucose and oxygen use. Ginkgo is used in Asian medicine and is available in a wide variety of herbal supplements and preparations.

Adequate Amounts Claimed As Beneficial For Conditions: Ginkgo

Adequate amounts of Ginkgo are claimed to be potentially beneficial for:

• Hardening of the arteries
• Depression
• Poor circulation to the brain
• Poor circulation to the legs
• Memory problems
• Alzheimer's disease
• Dementia
• Intermittent claudication
• Multiple sclerosis
• Ringing in the ears
• Asthma
• Fatigue
• Bronchitis

Adequate Amounts Claimed As Preventative For Conditions: Ginkgo

Adequate amounts of Ginkgo are claimed to be potentially preventative for:

• None

Toxicity/Overdose Risks For Supplement Or Excessive Intake: Ginkgo

Excessive intake of Ginkgo may involve the following risks:

• Dizziness
• Bleeding
• Hemorrhage
• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Seizures and death from uncooked gingko seeds
• Consult with physician prior to use of supplements during pregnancy or lactation
• Possible allergic reaction in some people
• Possible serious interactions with other supplements and medications
• Consult with your healthcare providers before using any supplements, herbal remedies, and alternative therapies

Ginkgo: Other Names

Other names for this supplements (Ginkgo) include:

• Ginkgo biloba
• Maidenhair tree
• Japanese silver apricot
• Yinhsing

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