What are the health benefits of gingko biloba?
January 14, 2010 11:37 am First Aid
illinoisside asked:
What remedies has anyone found for tinnitus?
Aromatherapy Benefits - to improve health
What remedies has anyone found for tinnitus?
Aromatherapy Benefits - to improve health
snugglebunny :
Date: January 16, 2010 @ 4:12 am
According to research, gingko is particularly useful for circulatory problems because it works to regulate the tone and elasticity of blood vessels, increasing blood flow to the brain and extremities. Gingko also delivers a boost to the nervous system by stimulating the transmission of extra oxygen and glucose to blood cells. Additionally, gingko performs as a powerful antioxidant by scavenging harmful free radicals and aiding in the maintenance of cells. Gingko biloba can help to relieve depression, headaches, anxiety, tinnitus, and dizziness, while promoting both memory and mental clarity. Controlled studies have shown gingko, which stimulates blood flow to the brain, can improve memory in some people with Alzheimer’s disease. It can also be useful in the treatment of symptoms from such conditions as Raynaud’s disease, macular degeneration, cataracts, impotence, and asthma. Furthermore, gingko is beneficial in the treatment of complications of diabetes, and helps to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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zelo :
Date: January 19, 2010 @ 12:45 am
Medical uses
The extract of the Ginkgo leaves contains flavonoid glycosides and ginkgolides and has been used pharmaceutically. It has many alleged properties, but is mainly used as memory enhancer and anti-vertigo agent. However, studies differ about its efficacy.
It is commonly added to energy drinks, but it is expensive, so the amount is typically so low it does not produce a noticeable effect, except for the placebo effect from being listed on the label. A study published in the August 21, 2002 issue of Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) suggests that there is no difference between the memory abilities of people taking ginkgo supplements and those taking a placebo.
Side effects
Ginkgo may have some undesirable effects, especially for individuals with blood circulation disorders and those taking anti-coagulants such as aspirin and warfarin, although recent studies have found that ginkgo has little or no effect on the anticoagulant properties or pharmacodynamics of warfarin[1][2]. It should also not be used by people who are taking the anti-depressant drugs known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or by pregnant women.
Ginkgo side effects and cautions include increased risk of bleeding, gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and restlessness. Ginkgo should also not be used by pregnant women or people with a blood clotting disorder.
If any side effects are experienced the dosage should be lowered immediately. Ginkgo supplements are usually taken in the range of 40-200 mg per day. If the side effects continue usage should be stopped completely.
Tinnitus:
Treatment
Some types of tinnitus can be treated while others are permanent. In general, there are no cures specific to tinnitus, but if it is caused by a physical condition that can be treated, the tinnitus may also resolve. Chronic tinnitus can be quite stressful psychologically as it distracts the affected individual from mental tasks and interferes with sleep, particularly when there is no external sound. The affected individual may have to generate artificial noise that masks the tinnitus sound. A combination of external masking and psychological counseling known as tinnitus retraining therapy is widely practiced. While it does not actually cure the tinnitus, many report that it becomes much less disturbing and easier to ignore.