Ginkgo leaf has a rich folk history for treating poor
circulation. The shape of the leaf with its many fan segments
were thought by early herbalists to represent the many vessels
of the circulatory system poised for maximum circulation. The
longevity of the tree itself and its ability to resist pollution
and disease give it special place with folk practitioners. These
observations alone point herbalists to its potential uses.
Standardized concentrates of the bitter principles in ginkgo are
sold all over the world but especially in Europe and Japan.
Studies have shown it to be effective in increasing peripheral
blood flow. This makes it especially useful in treating age
related brain disorders, cerebral and vascular insufficiency,
Raynaud’s disease, chronic bronchitis, emphysema and to prevent
strokes. Ginkgo has demonstrated remarkable ability to improve
peripheral circulation. All the anti-aging effects of better
circulation go along with this ability: increased energy,
antioxidant effects, decreased blood c