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Ginkgo BilobaGinkgo biloba is one of the most unique trees on the planet today. This fascinating tree is dioecious: male and female flowers grow on different trees. The Ginkgo hasn't been found growing in the wild but it has been preserved as a sacred tree in Chinese temple gardens since ancient times. The Ginkgo tree is also called the Maidenhair Tree because its leaves closely resemble those of the Maidenhair Fern.Ginko provides major benefits to the circulatory system. It enhances blood flow to various parts of the body, most notably the brain. Benefits of using Ginko Biloba: - A potent anti-oxidant, Ginko strengthens the capillary walls and helps protect the brain cells from damage. - By increasing circulation to the brain, Ginko helps deliver more oxygen which enhances our ability to remember and reason. - Ginko has also shown promise as a preventive measure and potential treatment for Alzheimer's and dementia. Recent studies indicate that some patients exhibiting the symptoms of these ailments enjoyed marginal improvement in cognitive abilities after using Ginko. In addition to the benefits provided to the brain by Ginko, it has been shown that Ginko can also help reduce the frequency and intensity of depression. |