Ginkgo biloba (Ginkgo)The leaf of the ancient ginkgo tree is one of the most widely prescribed and consumed

Ginkgo Biloba

herbal medicines worldwide where it is used for conditions associated with cerebral vascular insufficiency by improving circulation to the brain.

The active constituents include flavonoids and terpenoids, the most important of which appear to be the ginkgolides and bilobalide. Ginkgo displays significant antioxidant activity and assists circulation through the veins, arteries and capillaries, including cerebral microcirculation, which may account for its effect on memory and concentration.