Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo biloba is an herbal extract derived from the fan-shaped leaves of the Ginkgo tree, often described as a "living fossil" because it is one of the oldest surviving tree species in the world. Used in traditional medicine for centuries, it has become one of the most widely researched and utilized dietary supplements globally for cognitive and vascular health.

The therapeutic power of Ginkgo biloba lies in two primary groups of active compounds found in its leaves:

• Flavone Glycosides (Flavonoids): such as quercetin and kaempferol, which act as potent antioxidants.
• Terpene Lactones (Terpenoids): specifically ginkgolides and bilobalide, which are unique to the Ginkgo plant and are known to improve blood flow and protect nerve cells.

Most modern clinical research relies on a highly standardized extract, commonly referred to as EGb 761, which ensures a consistent concentration of these active ingredients while removing toxic byproducts naturally present in the raw plant.