Did you know?
Ginkgo biloba is a well-known herb for memory and brain fog, but is it also good for overall brain health and ageing?
How does it work?
So, Ginkgo increases blood flow to the brain and improves circulation, increasing blood flow to the extremities and the deepest tissues which improves oxygenation and helps get nutrients where they need to go in your brain, which is really important for brain health as we age.
What does it need to work well
Effective brain function requires a large amount of energy, requiring a constant supply of glucose and oxygen; so, improving the way the body picks up and handles oxygen and glucose can result in better brain function.
What is Ginkgo used for?
Ginkgo is brilliant for improving memory and easing brain fog at any age. It is helpful in menopause and it’s great for that “mom brain” after having kids! But a lot of the research shows that it is particularly helpful in older adults.
Ginkgo enhances certain neuropsychological/ memory processes of cognitively intact, older adults. 1
Research also shows that Ginkgo improves mood in elderly people and helps them manage day to day tasks more easily. 2
It acts as an antioxidant—helping to protect brain cells from damage, keeping your brain functioning well as you age. It also enhances certain neuropsychological/ memory processes of cognitively intact older adults.
So, if you are worried about your brain health as you age, Ginkgo is a herb you can start taking at any stage to support your brain health and memory as you age!
References
1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12404671/
2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15305311/
