ginkgo leaf

GINKGO LEAF

ginkgo leafGinkgo Leaf (Ginkgo Biloba) is one of the oldest living tree species (200 million years). This plant can grow up to 120 feet tall and live for as long as 1000 years. Ginkgo Leaf's leaves and fruit seeds are believed to have medicinal properties; however, the fruit pulp is toxic and should be handled with care.

HOW DOES GINKGO LEAF WORK?

Ginkgo Leaf increases levels of estrogen (a key hormone that plays a role in several bodily functions) by supplying the body with phytoestrogens, botanical compounds with a chemical structure very similar to human estrogen. Ginkgo Leaf also has other unique properties that can help to relieve certain disorders specific to women.

WHAT IS GINKGO LEAF USED FOR?

The ancient Chinese used Ginkgo Leaf as an herbal medicine to treat asthma and to improve blood circulation and mental performance.

Currently, Ginkgo Leaf is used to:

         • Improve blood flow to most tissues and
            organs
         • Correct sleep disturbances.

Ginkgo Leaf relieves these menopause symptoms:

         • Vascular Disease
         • Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
         • Dementia and Alzheimer's disease
         • Memory lapses

CONCLUSIONS ABOUT GINKGO LEAF

Ginkgo Leaf is great for alleviating the menopause symptom such as memory lapses. However, Ginkgo Leaf has been criticized because it adds artificial hormones to the body, and thus can trigger side effects, including serious problems like breast cancer.

There are other alternative treatments which are just as helpful as Ginkgo Leaf, but without the side effects. Non-estrogenic herbs, for example, are a great option for treating menopause symptoms. Read more in the following article.

PROS AND CONS FOR USING
GINKGO LEAF FOR MENOPAUSE

PROS

Ginkgo Leaf enhances memory: This herb was used in traditional Chinese medicine to enhance memory, and today research has confirmed that Ginkgo is an effective memory enhancer.

Ginkgo Leaf stimulates blood circulation: Ginkgo Leaf is a strong anti-oxidant that can improve nerve cell function and increase blood flow to the nervous system and brain.

Ginkgo Leaf relieves hearing disorders: Nerve damage and certain blood vessel conditions can result in tinnitus (ringing in the ears or head when no external sound is existent), which Ginkgo Leaf can help to correct.

CONS

Ginkgo Leaf is very limited for relieving menopause symptoms. Memory lapse is the only menopause symptom Ginkgo Leaf can treat effectively.

Ginkgo Leaf can be harmful. Raw Ginkgo Leaf seeds contain a chemical called Ginkgo Leaf toxin, which can induce seizures if consumed. Ingesting large quantities even of cooked seeds can cause intoxication.

Ginkgo Leaf has adverse effects, especially for those with blood circulation conditions or individuals taking anti-coagulants, such as aspirin or warfarin. Ginkgo should not be used by pregnant women or if taking anti-depressants.

What herb should women try? Nowadays women are looking for relief from their menopause symptoms with herbs, phytoestrogenic herbs and non estrogenic herbs are good in relieving menopause symptoms, but recent studies show that non estrogenic herbs have cero side effect because they help your body to produce its own hormones instead of introducing hormones like the phytoestrogenic ones.
    Click here to learn more about non estrogenic herbs for menopause.
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