Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba
An ancient tree whose leaf extract is studied for circulation and memory; trial results are mixed.
Traditional use (tcm): An ancient tree whose leaf extract is studied for circulation and memory; trial results are mixed.
An ancient tree whose leaf extract is studied for circulation and memory; trial results are mixed.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An ancient tree whose leaf extract is studied for circulation and memory; trial results are mixed.
Evidence strength: mixed.
- See the evidence level above
- Increases bleeding risk; stop before surgery; raw seeds are toxic.
- Bleeding disorders/anticoagulants
- Before surgery
Increases bleeding risk; stop before surgery; raw seeds are toxic.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.