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About Ginkgo biloba Extract

Ginkgo biloba extract is a botanical ingredient extracted from the dried leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree (Ginkgo biloba) and has a wide range of biological activities. The main active ingredients of Ginkgo biloba extract include flavonoids (e.g., quercetin, isoquercetin, etc.) and terpene lactones (e.g., Ginkgolide), which give Ginkgo biloba extract multiple pharmacological and clinical effects.

Function of Ginkgo biloba extract

1. Improves blood circulation

One of the most well-known benefits of Ginkgo biloba extract is the improvement of blood circulation, especially the significant promotion of microcirculation. It dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow, especially in areas such as the brain, heart and limbs. It has a significant improvement effect on common blood circulation problems in the elderly, such as cold hands and feet, memory loss, etc.

2. Antioxidant effect

Ginkgo biloba extract is rich in flavonoids, which have a strong antioxidant effect, can scavenge free radicals, reduce oxidative stress damage to body cells, and play a role in delaying aging and preventing a variety of chronic diseases.

3. Improves memory and cognitive function

Ginkgo biloba extract is widely used to improve brain function, especially cognitive functions such as memory, learning ability, and concentration in older adults. It enhances memory by improving the blood supply to the brain and promoting the activity of nerve cells. Ginkgo biloba extract is used as an adjunct treatment for symptoms such as cognitive impairment and mild Alzheimer's disease (Alzheimer's disease).

Function of Ginkgo biloba extract

4. Anti-inflammatory effect

Ginkgo biloba extract has some anti-inflammatory effects, being able to reduce pain and swelling caused by inflammation. It has a certain effect in the treatment of arthritis, chronic inflammatory diseases, etc.

5. Antidepressant and anxiety

Ginkgo biloba extract has the effect of regulating the nervous system and helps to relieve psychological problems such as anxiety and depression. It improves mood and mental health by regulating neurotransmitters in the brain.

6. Antiplatelet aggregation effect

Ginkgo biloba extract inhibits platelet aggregation and has an anticoagulant effect, thereby reducing the risk of thrombosis. This has a certain preventive effect on the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, such as stroke and heart disease.

7. Anti-allergic effect

Ginkgo biloba extract also has some anti-allergic effects, which can help alleviate symptoms such as seasonal allergic reactions, rhinitis, etc.