Appearing on Earth during the Jurassic period, more than 250 million years ago, before the dinosaurs, the Ginkgo Biloba is the oldest tree in the world. This is why it is often called a "living fossil." It is now the only remaining member of the Ginkgoaceae family and no longer reproduces in the wild. Highly resistant to pollution, limestone, and drought, it can live for 2,000 years. This exceptional resilience allowed it to regrow in Japan on land devastated by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.
Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo Biloba is a tree considered a living fossil. Its green leaves, often composed of two lobes (bilobed), are full of beneficial properties for our well-being. Whether for its vasodilatory effect on blood circulation or its antioxidant properties, this plant is used as a dietary supplement for memory .
Nom :
Ginkgo
Nom latin : Ginkgo biloba
Type : Ginkgoaceae
Origine : Japan
Composition and main active compounds of Ginkgo Biloba
The main active compounds in Ginkgo Biloba are flavonoids, ginkgolides, and terpenes. But it is also a plant that contains various vitamins:
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin C
Ginkgo Biloba also contains several minerals that contribute to its beneficial properties:
- Calcium
- Potassium
- Iron
- Phosphorus
- Zinc
The benefits of Ginkgo Biloba
Improved memory and cognitive performance
Ginkgo Biloba is recognized by the European Commission and the World Health Organization (WHO) as an effective aid in reducing memory problems due to its impact on blood flow to the brain. Therefore, Ginkgo Biloba helps maintain cognitive abilities and facilitates information retention, clarity of thought, and daily concentration.
Antioxidant
The flavonoids and terpenes present in Ginkgo Biloba give it antioxidant properties. These properties help fight free radicals, which are responsible for oxidative damage and cellular aging.
Improved blood circulation
Ginkgo biloba protects blood vessel walls, promotes blood flow, and improves organ perfusion by acting as a natural vasodilator. It thus strengthens venous tone and promotes microcirculation, particularly in the lower limbs. These properties can be especially beneficial for people suffering from heavy leg syndrome.
Healing properties
The healing properties of Ginkgo Biloba leaves are used in anti-aging cosmetic care to protect and help repair the skin, as well as in poultices to relieve chilblains.
