Recently ginkgo has received a great deal of attention, studies do indicate that the herb can have beneficial effects on vascular dementia, peripheral claudication, tinnitus of vascular origin, the circulatory and central nerve systems and it has been shown to act as an Antioxidant as well.
By regulating the tone and elasticity of blood vessels, ginkgo increases blood flow to the brain and extremities, making it particularly useful for circulatory ailments. Research has also shown that ginkgo can enhance the nervous system by promoting the delivery of additional oxygen and blood sugar (glucose) to nerve cells. As an antioxidant, ginkgo mops up the damaging compounds known as Free radicals and aids in cell maintenance.
