Swanson Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba

supplements are primarily associated with improved blood circulation, which in turn supports brain function, memory, and cognitive speed, and acts as a powerful antioxidant. 

Cognitive and Brain Health

Ginkgo is widely used for its potential to enhance mental performance and clarity, though research on healthy adults shows mixed results. 

• Memory and Concentration: Ginkgo supplements may improve memory, concentration, and overall cognitive performance by enhancing cerebral blood flow.
• Dementia Support: Some research indicates that ginkgo extract may help ease symptoms and slow cognitive decline in individuals with mild Alzheimer's disease or vascular dementia, especially when used alongside conventional treatments.
• Antioxidant Effects: The active compounds, flavonoids and terpenoids, have strong antioxidant properties that help protect nerve and brain cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. 

Circulation and Cardiovascular Health 

Ginkgo's potential to dilate blood vessels and reduce blood "stickiness" is believed to be the basis for many of its health benefits. 

• Improved Blood Flow: It helps enhance circulation throughout the body, including to the brain, heart, and extremities.
• Peripheral Artery Disease: By improving blood flow, it may reduce symptoms of conditions related to poor circulation, such as leg pain (intermittent claudication).
• Eye and Ear Health: The improved circulation and antioxidant properties may help protect against age-related vision problems like glaucoma and macular degeneration, and may also help with tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or vertigo, though more research is needed. 

Other Potential Benefits

• Anxiety and Depression: Ginkgo may help manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, potentially by modulating neurotransmitter levels and its antioxidant content, but further studies are needed.
• Anti-inflammatory Effects: The extract may help reduce inflammation in various conditions, including inflammatory respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD.
• PMS Symptoms: Some studies suggest ginkgo may help relieve both physical and psychological symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), such as breast tenderness.