Ginkgo Biloba (24% Glycosides/6% Terpene Lactones)

History:

Ginkgo Biloba is sometimes called a 'living fossil' and the only surviving member of the Ginkgo family. It is one of the oldest living tree species, a deciduous conifer, dating back over three-hundred million years. Individual trees may live for one thousand years, as they are resistant to viruses, fungi, insects, pollution and even radiation, and they may reach 122 feet in height. Native to China, it has been included in Chinese herbal medicine's repertoire for almost five thousand years, where it was used for respiratory support and memory loss in older adults. The trees were introduced to Europe in 1730 and the United States in 1784 as ornamentals, but since the 1980s, Western medical interest in the plant has grown dramatically since its actions on the cardiovascular and circulatory system were identified. Different parts of the plant have different properties with different therapeutic application. Most commercial growth of Ginkgo is centered in plantations in South Carolina, France and China. Some of Ginkgo's constituents include amino acids, tannins, quercetin, beta-carotene, flavone glycosides, bioflavones, sitosterol, lactones, anthocyanin, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, B-vitamins and vitamins A and C. Ginkgo is now among the leading prescription preparations in both Germany and France.

Recommended Dosage:
Take one (1) capsule, two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Speak with your doctor before taking Ginkgo Biloba Herbal Supplement if you are taking prescription MAO inhibitors (antidepressants) or blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, etc.). Discuss its use before having surgery, if you are pregnant or if you take painkillers or anti-inflammatory medication or medication for swelling on a regular basis. It is not recommended for epileptics. Topical or internal use of Ginkgo may cause skin irritations, mild headaches or mild upset stomach. Since Ginkgo leaves contain urushiols, those who are allergic to poison ivy, mangoes or other urushiol-producing plants are more likely to experience an adverse reaction when consuming Ginkgo products.

Capsule Information:
Our Ginkgo Biloba (24% Glycosides/6% Terpene Lactones) supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 700 mgs.

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