Americans and Europeans absolutely love ginkgo biloba! It is one of the most widely used herbal remedies on the planet today. The healthful constituents of ginkgo biloba are:

·           Gibberellin;

·           Cytokinin substances;

·           Ginkgolic acid;

·           Bilobol;

·           Ginnol;

·           Aspartine;

·           Calcium;

Gingko biloba has been used for centuries and centuries in Chinese medicine. Teas made from the leaves and nuts of the plant have an astringently sweet taste and are used for the following:

·           Increasing circulation throughout the entire body;

·           Improving tinnitus and other free radical-based hearing disorders;

·           Inhibiting allergic reactions;

·           Treatment of asthma;

·           Alleviation of various eye disorders;

·           Treatment for senility;

·           Increased mental focus and ability to concentrate;

·           and various other healthy benefits!

The leaves of the ginkgo biloba plant contain ginkgolides - substances not found in any other known plants. These are the substances that are known to repress allergic reactions. Ginkgo biloba is not recommended for individuals that are currently taking medications to thin the blood. Also, if you have a rash from poison ivy, oak or the like, it will best to wait until it subsides before taking ginkgo biloba as the increase in peripheral circulation can act to spread the rash.