Ginkgoes
Believed at one point to be extinct ginkgoes (Ginkgo Biloba) now grows in a handful of remote locations around China. Many parts of the ginkgoes are said to be beneficial to the human body and for this reason it is highly sought after, by people with a variety of ailments. The history of ginkgoes biloba dates back as far as 200 million years. As one of the world's oldest trees they can live up to 1000 years and grow to 120 feet. People search for ginkgoes biloba and harvest its leaves and fruit seeds, which carry medicinal benefits.
How do ginkgoes function?
Deadly fruit
Despite its many health benefits, one part of the Ginkgoes plant is renowned for being immensely dangerous. The fruit pulp is known to be toxic and for this reason should be handled with a degree of care and attention.
Ginkgoes are proven to contain phytoestrogens. Such a chemical component is known to be successful at treating a variety of conditions that can affect women. Phytoestrogens are a plant based compound that has a chemical structure akin to human estrogen. For this reason ginkgoes and other phytoestrogens like it are potent cures for illnesses that require the balance of hormones to be initiated.
What is ginkgoes used for?
The phytoestrogens are used to cure a multitude of ailments. In general terms it is often used in order to improve mental performance, treat asthma and improve blood circulation.
In recent times ginkgoes have been used to:
. Cure sleep disturbances
. Improve the flow of blood to many of the body's tissues and organs
For menopausal women, Ginkgoes can be used to treat menopause symptoms. These include:
. Alzheimer's disease and dementia
. Tinnitus
. Vascular disease
. Memory lapses
Positives of using ginkgoes biloba
Hearing disorders: Conditions such as tinnitus (a ringing in the head or ears) can be relieved with the consumption of ginkgoes biloba
Blood flow: Ginkgoes can act as a strong anti-oxidant which can have a positive effect on nerve cells and the flow of blood to the brain and the nervous system.
Memory enhancement: Ginkgoes is often used by students to enhance memory and increase exam performance.
Negatives of using ginkgoes biloba
Harmful effects: Ginkgoes toxin, found in ginkgoes seeds can be dangerous when consumed. Consuming large quantities can cause intoxication, whilst seizures can also sometimes occur.
Complications with other medication or conditions: Because of the possible risks with child birth it is advised that pregnant women avoid using ginkgoes biloba. In addition to this people taking aspirins should be similarly cautious. Doctors advise that people taking anti-coagulants for blood circulation maladies can suffer from complications by also using ginkgoes.
Conclusions about ginkgoes
Despite being able to treat conditions such as menopause symptoms relatively successfully, the consumption of ginkgoes also comes with a variety of side effects. As a phytoestrogic plant it alters the natural balance of the body, but sometimes this alteration is not always for the best. It is advised that patients consider all of the risks before considering using ginkgoes biloba.
Due to the risks of using phytoestrogenic herbs such as ginkgoes biloba it is recommended that patients seeking to utilize its hormone altering properties consider these risks carefully. In addition to this, women seeking treatment for menopausal symptoms may wish to consider non-estrogenic herbs as treatment for such symptoms.
