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Ginkgo Ginkgo biloba L.
Ginkgo
ginkgo flowers

Benefits | Preparation | Medicinal Uses | Side Effects | Plant | Folklore |

Common Names
Ginkgo ,
Botanical Name
Ginkgo biloba L.
Family
GINKGOACEAE The Ginkgo family
Ginkgo Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Allergies/hay Fever * Alopecia (Baldness) * Asthma * Brain/Memory/Focus * Bronchitis * Eye care - Vision * Sexual tonics * Varicose veins *
Properties: Anti-inflammatory* Cardic tonic Cordial* Vermifuge* Tonic* Vasodilator*
Parts Used: Leaves and Nuts
Constituents:Gibberellin, cytokinin-like substances, ginkgolic acid, bilobol, ginnol, aspartine, calcium


Ginkgo improves the flow of
oxygen to the brain

The use of the ginkgo leaf is recent, and has been studied for its cardiovascular benefits. Today gingko is one of the most commonly prescribed herbs and is a great example of a tonic herb - one that balances whatever is going on in your system; if you are tired it can energize you, if you are stressed it will relax you.

The bilobalides, ginkogolides, flavonoids, and other substances unique to the tree restore better blood flow to all parts of the body but particuarly to the brain, allowing improved use of oxygen. Ginkgo's antioxident actions also stabilize the structure of brain and nerve cells and protect them from oxidative attacks from free radicals. Ginkgo's hallmark effect is increased circulation, which is important in maintaining our engery level and getting the full benefit from the foods we eat and the vitamins and herbal supplements we take.

Allergies and asthma also improve with ginkgo. The herb contains a dozen different anti-inflammatory chemicals and seven natural antihistamines.

Ginkgo Remedies
remedy Prep Methods :tincture, teas,capsules

A typical dose is anywhere between 0.25 ml and 0.75 ml of a high-quality liquid extract, two or three times daily per 50 lbs of body weight. Exact dosage varies according to specific use, size of the animal, and duration of use. You are advised to seek the advice of a holistic veterinarian before embarking on ginkgo therapy. (40)


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Traditional Chinese Medicine
tradional chinese medicine The earliest know reference to gingko is in the Chinese Materia Medica, in apx 2,800 B.C and the seeds and root have been used in TCM for thousands of years to combat mental decline.
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Sexual tonics
Sexual tonics Ginkgo's hallmark effect is increased circulation, the better to prepare for the heart-racing excitement of sex. Research shows it to improve genital blood flow in both men and women, making for higher libido, and improved erections, and better orgasms.

(Kilham,Chris )

Allergies/hay Fever
Allergies/hay Fever Ginkgo leaves contain ginkoglides, which inhibit platelet-activating factor, a chemical involved in asthma and allergies.

(White,Linda B., M.D. )

Asthma
Asthma Allergies and asthma also improve with ginkgo. The herb contains a dozen different anti-inflammatory chemicals and seven natural antihistamines.

(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )

Alopecia (Baldness)
Alopecia (Baldness) Clinical studies have indicated ginkgo's effectiveness in restoring the functioning of the circulatory system and improving blood flow, important factors in hair loss
Varicose veins
Varicose veins Ginkgo has a tonic effect on the blood vessels, gradually improving their overall health.

(White,Linda B., M.D. )

Eye care - Vision
Eye care - Vision Research indicates ginkgo action of supporting healthier circulation in the eyes, make it an herb of choice for natural treatment eye health in conditions like peripheral vascular insufficiency, and macular degeneration.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis Ginkgo's ginkgolides interfere with the body's release of a protein that provokes asthmatic bronchial spasms.
Brain/Memory/Focus
Brain/Memory/Focus The phytochemicals unique to the ginkgo tree restore better blood flow to the brain, allowing improved use of oxygen, and protect the cells from free radicals

(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )

Side Effects:
Avoid Ginkgo if you are taking MAOI for depression. If you are taking blood thinners, ginkgo enhances the effect so talk to your doctor.
Plant Description

The oldest tree species in the world, dating from the time of the dinosaurs, Gingko biloba (bi-loba, two sided leaf) is the last remaining species of the Ginkoales order. Fossil records show the species was once widespread in Asia and North America, and it is speculated that it was saved from extinction by monks in the far east who cultivated it secretly as a sacred tree. Each tree can live for more than a thousand years, immune to bugs, disease and pollution. The tree grows to 100 feet tall and has fanlike leaves and yellow-green fetid smelling fruits. If you are lucky enough to have access to a mature tree, take advantage of the fresh leaves, which contain the broadest spectrum of medicinal properties.
Folklore, Myths and Legends
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Common Misspellings: ginko,gingo gingko

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