Friday, September 16, 2011

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)


medicine to treat circulatory disorders & enhance memory. Although not all studies agree, ginkgo may be effective in treating dementia (including Alzheimer's disease) & intermittent claudication (poor circulation in the legs). It also shows promise for enhancing memory in older adults. Laboratory studies have shown that ginkgo improves blood circulation by dilating blood vessels & reducing the stickiness of blood platelets. By the same token, this means ginkgo may also increase the effect of some blood-thinning medications, including aspirin. People taking blood-thinning medications ought to ask their doctor before using ginkgo.

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