Gingko biloba leaf and standardized extract + edit Re: Gingko biloba extract.

Hello trimnut2,

What does 'standardized mean?
The product has been tested in a retail company's quality control laboratory to assure a consistent, guaranteed potency, standardized herbal supplement.

These supplements SHOULD contain the standardized extract of the whole herb, which, in a concentrated form, contains the same broad range of naturally occurring constituents as found in the fresh, unprocessed herb. The "active constituents" of an herb can vary greatly; therefore, standardization assures their specific levels.

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The compounds that are responsible for the positive effects of Ginkgo Biloba are called flavonglycosides. The leaf is used to derive a standardized extract. The active constituents are flavonglycosides and terpene lactones.

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Unyquity makes a great Gingko biloba leaf tincture. It is not standardized (she is not a retailer). My 'personal' belief is that you won't find a better Gingko or other herb tincture elsewhere.

Unyquity's Herbal Apothecary Storefront: http://marketplaceadvisor.channeladvisor.com/StoreFrontProfiles/default.aspx?...


Here is a post I did that contains links to many sources and products that have been used and recommended by posters on this site. There is a lot of good information to be found there, if you are interested.

LINKS to: Sources -- Products -- Related Information:
//www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1659130


I hope this information helps to answer your questions.

Water
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Information on Ginkgo Leaf and Root from Mountain Rose Herbs:
http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/learn/ginkgo.php

Ginkgo Leaf and Powder Profile
Also known as
Ginkgo biloba, and Maidenhair Tree.

Introduction
Ginkgo, the oldest living species of plant on earth, is more than 225 million years old. In this U.S. it has been one of the ten best selling herbs for more than 5 years and a standardized extract of ginkgo leaf is presently one of the most frequently used plant-based medicines in Europe. In Germany, ginkgo is also an approved therapy for the treatment of memory loss in conditions such as Alzheimer’s, ringing in the ears, dizziness, and poor circulation in the lower legs resulting in pain during walking.

Constituents
Gibberellin, cytokinin-like substances, ginkgolic acid, bilobol, ginnol, aspartine, calcium.

Parts Used
Leaves and nuts. Leaves are considered "sweeter" and have a gentle effect d are primarily used for cerebral circulation.

Typical Preparations
Teas, capsules, and extracts.

Summary
The natural herb has a long history in Chinese medicine. Ginkgo nuts and ginkgo leaves are used to treat lung conditions (rather than mental conditions). They are sweet, astringent, and non-heating; they stop "leakage" of fluids into air passageways without causing heat, increased heartbeat, or excitability. Recent research into the plant has discovered a range of medicinally active compounds in the leaves and this has excited a lot of interest in the health-promoting potential of the plant. In particular, the leaves stimulate the blood circulation and have a tonic effect on the brain, reducing lethargy, improving memory and giving an improved sense of well-being. They have also been shown to be effective in improving peripheral arterial circulation and in treating hearing disorders such as tinnitus where these result from poor circulation or damage by free radicals. The leaves contain ginkgolides, these are compounds that are unknown in any other plant species. Ginkgolides inhibit allergic responses and so are of use in treating disorders such as asthma. Eye disorders and senility have also responded to treatment. The leaves are best harvested in the late summer or early autumn just as they begin to change colour. They are dried for later use.

Precautions
The leaf is not recommended for persons currently taking blood thinning medications. For nuts- do not use if you have a current outbreak of poison ivy or contact dermatitis, since the increased circulation to the skin caused by the herb could spread the toxin.

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EDITED: Ginseng information removed. I posted it in error. This post is about Ginkgo and I did not want to cause confusion. Water