Description
DESCRIPTION
RxLink Ginkgo Biloba contains 120 mg of the herb Ginkgo
biloba, in a vegetarian capsule. The active ingredients, ginkgo
flavone glycosides, can help protect the body’s structure
and function against damage from free radicals, as well as
helping to maintain healthy circulatory function and mental
performance.
FUNCTIONS
Ginkgo biloba is the oldest living species of tree, having
survived relatively unchanged for at least 200 million years.
Native to China, ginkgo has long been recommended in
Chinese herbal medicine for its numerous nutritional benefits
for the brain and circulatory system. Ginkgo leaf extract
has been the object of numerous scientific and clinical
studies since the early 1970s and is now probably the most
extensively studied and utilized botanical extract in the world.
Interest in Ginkgo biloba centers on its reputed benefits on
brain function, especially on the aging brain. With advancing
age, the body often suffers from decreased blood vessel
elasticity and tone, and decreased blood fluidity. Insufficient
blood, oxygen, and nutrient flow to the brain can lead to
impairment in cognitive function. Studies over the past 30
years show that 120 to 240 mg per day of Ginkgo biloba
extract increases blood flow to the brain resulting in increased
oxygen and glucose utilization with subsequent improvement
in mental function. These benefits are attributed to two main
classes of phytoactive compounds present in the Ginkgo
biloba leaf: ginkgo flavone glycosides and terpene lactones.
As powerful antioxidants, the ginkgo flavone glycosides
counteract the deleterious actions of free radical accumulation
which impairs cellular energy production, nerve transmission,
and increases vascular rigidity. Ginkgo biloba extract is also
reported to inhibit the tendency of red blood cells to stick
together (“clumping”), thereby enhancing the fluidity of the
blood. Taken together, these actions contribute significantly to
increasing blood flow to the brain.
INDICATIONS
Ginkgo Biloba may be a useful dietary supplement for
individuals who are concerned about their mental function and
wish to obtain the benefits of this well-documented herb.
FORMULA (Rxlink10065)
1 Vegetarian Capsule Contains:
Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract 50:1……………………. 120 mg
(Standardized to: 24% [28.8 mg] Flavoneglycosides,
6% [7.2 mg] Terpene Lactones and 0.8% [0.96 mg]
Ginkgolide B)
Other Ingredients: capsule (cellulose and water), rice powder,
magnesium stearate, and silica
This product contains NO added sugar, salt, dairy, yeast,
wheat, gluten, corn, soy, preservatives, artificial colors or
flavors.
SUGGESTED USE
As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) vegetarian
capsule daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare
professional.
SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse effects have been reported.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of
reach of children.
REFERENCES
Clostre F. [Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761). State of knowledge in the dawn
of the year 2000]. Ann Pharm Fr 1999;57 Suppl 1:1S8-88.
Droy-Lefaix MT, Cluzel J, Menerath JM, Bonhomme B, Doly M. Antioxidant
effect of a Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) on the retina. Int J Tissue React
1995;17:93-100.
