Ginkgo
(Ginkgo biloba)
Energetics: Neutral.
Taste: Bitter.
Tissue States:
Systems Affected: Brain. Lungs, Kidney.
Parts Used: Leaf
Key Components: Flavonoids (kaempferol, quercitine, isorhamnetine) Glycosides. Proanthocyanidines. Nonflavonoid terpenes. Bilobalide. gingkolides A, B & C. Lignans. Volatile oils. Tannins.
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Actions:
Foundational: Bitter. Astringent.
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Uses:
Improves circulation to the brain as well as peripheral blood circulation. Memory, cognition, sociability. Tinnitus. Alzheimer's. Eye weakness due to poor circulation. Vertigo. Raynauds. Auditory nerve damage. Anything that could benefit from increased blood flow.
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Contraindications: Rare side effects from Ginkgo are dermatitis, irritability, restlessness, diarrhea and vomiting. I get the feeling this would be more likely to happen in someone who already has an excess condition that this might irritate.
Sources:
The Way of Herbs: Michael Tierra. Pg 139-141
Studies:
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
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