Ginkgo biloba is a tree whose leaves have been used in Chinese medicine for over four thousand years. The plant contains various beneficial substances that have a positive effect on the body, including terpene compounds and flavonoids.
Useful properties of ginkgo biloba
Different parts of this tree have been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. So, a medicine was prepared from the leaves of the tree to eliminate asthmatic conditions, treat coughs and skin diseases. Later, the plant began to be used to treat cardiovascular diseases. It contains substances that can normalize blood cholesterol levels. Also, taking preparations based on ginkgo biloba helps to improve cerebral and coronary circulation. This improves memory and performance, restores the strength and elasticity of blood vessels, prevents their spasm, normalizes the tone of capillaries, reduces their permeability and the appearance of blood clots.
Ginko biloba protects the heart, brain and blood vessels from the effects of free radicals. Also, when using the extract of this plant, the amount of oxygen and glucose consumed increases. ATP content increases in the cerebral cortex.
Decoctions and infusions eliminate dizziness and severe tinnitus. Therefore, preparations from this plant are often used to treat dementia.
Ginkgo biloba also improves skin condition, makes it more elastic and slows down the aging process. Thanks to the special substances contained in the plant, hearing, vision, motor and speech functions, which appeared as a result of age-related changes, are restored. The ionic composition, conductivity and metabolism in nerve cells are also normalized, the blood-brain barrier is restored. Nerve cells absorb oxygen better.
It is also an excellent tool for the prevention of cancer. It has a powerful antioxidant, sedative and antispasmodic effect. Ginko biloba is also useful for men: taking plant-based preparations improves potency.
For what diseases can Ginkgo biloba be effective?
The action of the drug depends on the form of release and the raw materials from which the product is made. In general, the use of supplements and medicines containing ginkgo is justified in the following diseases:
- age-related deterioration of memory and hearing;
- insomnia;
- increased excitability;
- frequent dizziness;
- migraine, headaches;
- hypertension;
- varicose veins;
- vegetative-vascular dystonia, - atherosclerosis;
- thrombophlebitis;
- diabetic angiopathy;
- hemorrhoids;
- rehabilitation period after a stroke;
- lack of flavonoids;
However, it is worth remembering that preparations based on ginkgo biloba cannot be used during pregnancy and lactation. In any case, do not self-medicate. Before taking any dietary supplements and medicines, it is better to consult a doctor. Perhaps it is in your case that taking such a medication is not justified or even dangerous.
