1. Cognitive health
a) Age-Related Cognitive Decline (Alzheimer’s Disease)
Most clinical trials have found Ginkgo biloba extract may improve memory and quality of life and slow progression in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other Age-Related Cognitive Decline. Ginkgo biloba extract is an approved treatment for early-stage Alzheimer’s disease in Europe. Ginkgo seems to improve blood circulation, which might help the brain function better.
Recommended dosage —— 40-120 mg three times a day with meals
b) Cognitive enhancement
Most evidence suggests that supplementation of ginkgo biloba extract can slightly improve memory, speed of thinking, and attention in otherwise healthy youth.
Recommended dosage —— 120-240 mg one to four hours before performance
c) Memory
There appears to be a fairly reliable increase in short term memory and free recall associated with ginkgo supplementation in older individuals (55yrs or above) either with or without diagnosed neurodegenerative disease states.
Recommended dosage —— 120-240 mg per day of ginkgo leaf extract, divided in two or three doses
2. Symptoms of Intermittent Claudication
Some evidence shows that taking ginkgo leaf extract seems to increase the distance people with poor blood circulation in their legs can walk without pain.
Recommended dosage —— 120-240 mg per day of ginkgo leaf extract three times a day
3. Altitude Sickness
Several studies have shown tat supplementation with ginkgo extract can prevent mountain sickness.
Recommended dosage —— 240mg daily for 1-5 days prior to a trip up a mountain
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