Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba | Cognitive Support · Circulation · Memory · Neuroprotection · Antioxidant

In 1945 the atomic bomb fell on Hiroshima. Everything within a mile was incinerated. Six ginkgo trees survived — not just survived, they were among the first living things to regrow. One is still standing today, less than a mile from the hypocenter, still producing leaves every spring.

Ginkgo biloba has been on this planet for 270 million years. It survived ice ages and mass extinctions, and it has been used as medicine in China for over 5,000 years. Today it's one of the most studied plants in medicine, with over 400 clinical trials and a standardized extract approved as a pharmaceutical drug in Germany and France.

What makes ginkgo pharmacologically unique is ginkgolide B, found only in ginkgo — the most potent known plant inhibitor of platelet-activating factor, a key mediator of platelet aggregation, inflammation, and allergic responses.* No other plant medicine works this way.

Why Ginkgo Biloba?

• Cochrane review: standardized extract consistently improved cognitive function in mild to moderate dementia*
• A landmark 5-year trial of 2,625 elderly participants found significant slowing of cognitive decline*
• May support healthy cerebral blood flow — measured by Doppler ultrasound in human studies*
• Cochrane review of 14 trials found significantly increased pain-free walking distance in peripheral arterial disease*
• Ginkgolide B — the most potent known plant inhibitor of platelet-activating factor*
• May support healthy mood and relief from occasional anxiety*
• Multiple RCTs show significant reduction in tinnitus severity and improved quality of life*
• May support healthy eye function and retinal blood flow*
• Broad-spectrum antioxidant protection of neurons, cell membranes, and mitochondria*

How to Brew

1. Steep 1–2 tsp dried ginkgo leaf in 8–10oz hot water for 10–15 minutes
2. Strain and drink 1–2 cups daily
3. Allow at least 4–6 weeks of consistent daily use — ginkgo's benefits build with consistency, not single doses

Important: Leaf only — never use ginkgo seeds, which contain toxic ginkgotoxin. Clinical studies use standardized extract at 120–240mg daily; whole leaf tea delivers the full spectrum of ginkgo's natural compounds.

Supplement Facts Summary

Serving size: 1–2 tsp (2–4g) dried leaf, approx. 45 servings per package. Key compounds: ginkgo flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol), ginkgolides A/B/C, bilobalide. Nutritional values are approximate and vary by harvest.

Bundle With

Ginkgo Biloba pairs naturally with Bilberry for a circulation-focused blend, or Ashwagandha for cognitive and stress support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this made from the seeds? No — this is leaf only. Ginkgo seeds contain toxic ginkgotoxin and should never be consumed.

Can I drink this if I take blood thinners? No — do not use with warfarin, aspirin therapy, clopidogrel, or other blood thinners without medical supervision.

Do I need to stop before surgery? Yes — discontinue at least 2 weeks before scheduled surgery due to increased bleeding risk.

Is it safe during pregnancy? No — ginkgo is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.