If your feeling forgetful or have trouble concentrating Gingko biloba may help by enhancing memory and maintaining high brain function

I first found out about the positive benefits of gingko biloba through my neighbor. I remembered my neighbor best for what he possessed. No, I'm not talking about wealth or material possessions, although he was well off, rather I was referring to his mental state and generally good health. What impressed me most was his memory and cerebral function. Although in his early 80's his mind and memory were keen and sharp. I later came to discover that he supplemented with copious amounts of gingko biloba.

Gingko is an herb derived from the gingko tree. Gingko biloba dates back to over 270 million years ago and disappeared about 2 to 3 million years ago - or so it was thought. A few centuries ago it was discovered in Japan where it had spread from China some 1,000 years earlier. Later in the 1800's it began to be cultivated in Europe. Although used by the Chinese for quite some time it only came into common use throughout Europe and other parts of the world in the last couple of centuries. Today Gingko extract is widely used by health practitioners in Germany and France for the treatment of dementia.

Numerous studies over the past few decades show that this ancient herb makes extremely good nutrient for the brain. Specifically, gingko increases blood flow to the brain and enhances blood circulation throughout the body. The improved blood supply to the brain improves both long and short term memory. Increased oxygen to the brain improves cognitive function and clarity. Gingko is also a powerful antioxidant aiding in the control of free radical oxidation. Free radical oxidation is known to accelerate premature aging.

There are no known side effects to gingko biloba at typical daily doses of 100 to 300 mg.