| Ginkgo biloba standardized extract can relieve pain associated with fibroids. Oestrogen-promoting herbs such as Chamaelirium luteum (helonias root) and Dioscorea (wild yam) should be avoided. To modify the effects of oestrogen, the intake of phytooestrogens and oestrogenic lignans should be increased.
Case history
A patient aged 43 presented with uterine fibroids characterized by menorrhagia and pain, especially with menstruation. She did not want surgery and asked for herbs to control her symptoms. Treatment was as follows (based on 1 week). |
| Aesculus hippocastanum
1:2
15 m
Foeniculum vulgare
1:2
10 m
Thymus vulgaris
1:2
30 m
Ginkgo biloba standardized extract
20 m
Inula helenium
1:2
25 m
Total
100 m
Dose 8 ml twice a day.
The Ginkgo and Aesculus were mainly for circulatory problems but Aesculus also has expectorant properties due to its saponin content.
• Garlic, 1-2 fresh crushed cloves per day.
• A dairy-free diet was followed.
Treatment over 2 years has resulted in a substantial improvement of this patient's condition. |
| Ginkgo biloba standardized extract
20 ml
Panax notoginseng
1:2
20 ml
Crataegus folia
1:2
25 ml
Corydalis ambigua
1:2
20 ml
Hypericum perforatum
1:2
25 ml
Passiflora incarnata
1:2
20 ml
Salvia miltiorrhiza
1:2
20 ml
Total
150 ml
Dose 7.5 ml with water three times a day.
Over the ensuing months her blood pressure was typically
135/85. She had no problems with palpitations and her anxiety and angina had improved.
The rationale for the formula was as follows:
• Panax notoginseng, Crataegus and Salvia for her heart and angina. |
| Ginkgo biloba (standardized) 20 ml
Picrorrhiza kurroa 1:2 15 ml
Glycyrrhiza glabra 1:1 20 ml
Scutellaria baicalensis 1:2 30 ml
Total 150 ml
Dose 8 ml tds
In addition, Echinacea angustifolia 1:2 5 ml once a day was prescribed from time to time. Also an 'acute formula' similar to the one for 'Kylie' was taken during colds and influenza instead of the basic formula. The Crataegus was for the headaches and circulation and the Baical skullcap for the sinusitis. 'John' actually worsened in the first 3 months of treatment, probably because of the natural progression of the disorder. |
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| A recent report on ABC World News Tonight said that many people bleed to death during routine or even minor surgery because the doctor did not know that the patient was taking blood thinning herbs, such as garlic or gingko biloba. The herb you are taking may have no interactions with other drugs, but you can never be sure, so don't take that chance. Tell you doctor, even if you fear he or she will disapprove. You would rather face a little criticism from your doctor than end up losing your life over an accident that could easily be avoided. |
| Ginkgo biloba — This herb is generally very well tolerated. Ginkgo may potentiate MAO-inhibitors, so consult your physician if you are using an anti-depressant and are not sure if it is in this class of drugs. In large amounts, ginkgo can cause diarrhea, irritability and restlessness. Gingko is also well known to cause heartburn and stomach upset in many people.
• Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) - This should not be used during pregnancy. Do not take for more than two weeks at a time. Eating the fresh plant can cause inflammation of mucous membranes. |
Robyn Landis
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 Ginkgo biloba, a circulation-increasing herb, has been shown to be effective in treating impotence. Though it has been studied mostly in relationship to health conditions of the elderly, especially for its ability to increase blood and oxygen flow to the brain and to prevent or slow progression of cerebrovascular insufficiency, ginkgo is a potent antioxidant. While circulation to the brain appears to be the special forte of ginkgo, it increases blood flow to small capillaries all over the body. |
James A. Duke, Ph.D.
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 W Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba). Hundreds of European studies have confirmed the use of standardized ginkgo leaf extract for a wide variety of conditions associated with aging, including memory loss and poor circulation. There's not much data on using ginkgo to treat Alzheimer's, but I wouldn't be surprised if it helped. It's probably worth trying. You can take 60 to 240 milligrams of standardized extract a day, but don't go any higher than that. In large amounts, ginkgo may cause diarrhea, irritability and restlessness.
W Sage (Salvia officinalis). |
Robyn Landis
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| Ginkgo biloba, one of the most widely prescribed phytopharmaceuti-cals in the world with over 200 published studies and abstracts, best known for its ability to increase blood flow to the head, can reduce inflammatory response. Take 2 capsules of the 50:1 extract or 4 "00" size capsules of the whole herb daily.
Coleus forskohlii is an Ayurvedic herb historically used for asthma (as well as allergies, inflammatory skin diseases, and heart problems; all of these uses have been upheld by extensive research in the last fifteen years on forskolin, a constituent of coleus). |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
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 Gingko biloba: Three 60 mg. pills or capsules daily.
Choline: There are three types of choline sold at natural food stores: phosphatidyl choline, phosphatidyl inositol, or phosphatidyl serine. As far as I'm concerned, they all do a good job and you should use whichever is easiest for you to find. Take one capsule two to three times daily.
Pregnenolone: One or two 50 mg. capsules daily.
Siberian ginseng: One capsule or tablet, twice daily.
Menopause
In the next 20 years, an estimated 40 million American women will reach the age of menopause. |
| To prevent a headache:
Cingko biloba: Two 60 mg. capsules or tablets, twice daily. Magnesium: Take 500 mg. of chelated magnesium daily. Zinc: One 15-50 mg. tablet or capsule daily. Vitamin B complex: One 50-150 mg. capsule daily.
Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can begin early in life, but seems to worsen with age. Good lifetime nutrition may help prevent age-related hearing loss.
You may think of the ear as the organ that is primarily responsible for hearing but, in fact, the ear has two important jobs in the body. |
| Cingko biloba: One 60 mg. capsule or tablet, up to three times daily. Siberian ginseng: One or two 500 mg. capsules daily. Omega-3 fatty acids: One 1000 mg. capsule up to six times daily. DHEA: One 25 mg. tablet or capsule daily.
Diabetes
14 million Americans are diabetic.
The older you are, the greater the risk you have of developing diabetes.
I f you live in the United States, you are much more likely to develop I diabetes than if you lived in any of the Mediterranean countries, i South America, or Asia. Why? |
| Ginkgo biloba: One (60 mg.) capsule or tablet three times daily.
Bromelain and quercetin combination: Two capsules daily. (If you can't find the combined bromelain/quercetin formula, take two 500 mg. capsules of each daily.)
Vitamin C: Two 500 mg. tablets of calcium ascorbate daily. (Calcium ascorbate is the form of vitamin C that is gentlest on the stomach.)
Vitamin E: 400 IU of vitamin E capsules daily. (Dry form is the best.)
Brittle Nails
Peeling, chipping nails can be a sign of a vitamin deficiency. |
| Ginkgo biloba: One 60 mg. capsule or tablet up to three times daily.
Kava kava: One capsule up to three times daily.
DHEA: Take 25 mg. daily if you are over forty. Men over fifty can take 50 mg. daily. Women should not take more than 50 mg. unless it is done under a doctor's supervision.
Melatonin: Take 1 mg. sublingually (dissolved under the tongue) at bedtime.
Calcium and magnesium combination: One 500 mg. calcium and one 250 mg. magnesium tablet twice daily before meals. If you have difficulty sleeping, however, you can take calcium (1000 mg.) and magnesium (500 mg. |
| Earl's Rx
Ginkgo biloba: One 60 mg. three times daily.
Ginger: One 500 mg. capsule two to three times daily.
Vitamin B6: One 50 mg. capsule or tablet up to three times daily wit meals.
Wound Healing
Natural remedies, from aloe to ice, are excellent treatments for everyday injuries.
Most everyone has had their share of accidental cuts and burns, from childhood on through adulthood, and most would be considered minor. If you have a serious injury, that is, if you are severely burned or are bleeding profusely, you should call your doctor promptly. |
John Heinerman
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 YOHIMBINE {Corynanthe yohimbe) SCHIZANDRA FRUIT (Schizandra chenensis) GINKGO (Ginkgo biloba)
Brief Descriptions
These three are included together because of their remarkable sexual rejuvenating properties, particularly when used in conjunction with each other.
Yohimbine is the popularized name of a real tongue-twisting chemical known officially as 17 alpha-hydroxyyohimban-16 alpha-carboxylic acid methylester. Yet it has clinically verified aphrodisiac effects to it and is obtained from the bark of an African evergreen by the same name and growing in Cameroon, West Africa. |
Dr. Gary Null
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 Ginkgo biloba. The ginkgo tree has survived for hundreds of thousands of years due to its powerful immune system. An extract of the leaf of the tree improves circulation to the microcapillaries of the brain and heart so that needed nutrients and oxygen can get to all the tissues.
Ginseng is the best-known longevity herb. For centuries, the Chinese have revered ginseng for its rejuvenating effects. Research has shown that ginseng can stop free radical damage associated with aging. It helps people focus better when under stress, and increases overall energy levels.
Gota kola. |
Robyn Landis
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| Ginkgo biloba is discussed at length other places in this book; it is a long-term remedy, and as a tonic can be useful to cardiovascular health because of its protective effect on small capillaries. As a daily tonic, try 3 capsules of 50:1 extract standardized to contain 24 percent ginkgoflavono-cides, or 6 to 8 capsules of the whole ground leaf.
Coleus, the Ayurvedic herb discussed earlier for its use with asthma, allergies, skin disease, and depression, has also been used traditionally for cardiovascular conditions. |
David Brownstein
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 Michelle was further treated with vitamins (Vitamin A, Vitamin E and Vitamin D) and minerals (selenium, magnesium, iodine and others) and herbs (gingko biloba, silymarin and others). Today, nearly three years later, Michelle feels that her fibromyalgia symptoms have improved by 90%.
Fibromyalgia is a very difficult condition to treat. There is no known cause of fibromyalgia, and currently there is no effective treatment in conventional medicine. |
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| The herbs feverfew and ginko biloba as well as Vitamin K should not be taken with "blood thinners."
"A lot of the elderly look for a quick fix," said pharmacist Ben LeCarre. "Seniors are more innocent. They are not accustomed to the mercinary and deceptive advertising that younger people take for granted these days. Seniors tend to simply believe what they've heard on TV or what they've read in an advertisement."
How to Spot False Claims
Just remember this: the first rule of thumb for evaluating any health claim is — If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! |
Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
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 Researchers reported that the ginkgo biloba supplement gready improved erections in both groups, whether or not the men had also taken papaverine.
Until recendy, no one knew precisely how ginkgo affected circulation, but according to Dr. Lester Packer, a professor in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California at Berkeley, ginkgo's primary role in the body may be as a regulator of nitric oxide metabolism. Nitric oxide is critical for regulating many body functions, including blood flow. |
Jean Carper
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 My ninety-two-year-old mother has been taking ginkgo biloba for two years, since her memory began to falter. I think it has helped her greatly.
Doing the research for this book was formidable and quite different from the research for the other nineteen books I have written, most on related health and nutrition subjects. In researching other books, I found that much of the medical literature was readily available. |
Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D.
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 The study was designed to determine whether Ginkgo biloba extract could alter the number of serotonin receptors in aged (twenty-four-month-old) and young (four-month-old) rats. At the beginning of the study, the older rats had a twenty-two-percent lower number of serotonin binding sites compared to the younger rats. |
Gale Maleskey
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 Ginkgo biloba is the herb for an aging population, says Jennifer Brett, N.D., a naturopathic doctor at the Wilton Naturopathic Center in Stratford, Connecticut. Most of Dr. Brett's older patients—those over 65—are taking supplements of ginkgo.
"People who are getting old worry about two things: Is my heart going to fail? Is my brain going to fail?" she explains. "In terms of prevention, this is an herb that people can take every day for the rest of their lives. It improves their general circulation and mental acuity. |
Ronald Klatz and Robert Goldman
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 Ginkgo biloba Herb rich in antioxidants; appears to increase the level of dopamine, producing an increase in memory retention and mental alertness; may improve circulation by inhibiting plaque deposition in arteries; appears to inhibit coagulation in blood vessels.
Ginseng Herb that may help improve mental performance; contains antioxidants that prevent cellular damage due to free radicals; may inhibit the growth of cancer cells; increases and enhances energy; appears to help the body cope with stress by normalizing body functions. |
Dr. Julian Whitaker
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| Ginkgo biloba also improves memory and sharpens cognitive function in young, healthy people. For best results, I recommend taking ginkgo every day. Look for a standardized extract containing 24-percent ginkgo flavone glycosides and 6-percent terpene lactones. Some products are also standardized for a minimum of 0.8-percent ginkgolide B. The recommended dosage is 60 milligrams twice a day with meals.
As with many herbal agents, ginkgo's effects will not be apparent overnight. It may take up to twelve weeks before you notice benefits. |
| Ginkgo biloba. Herb with powerful antioxidant properties that can help improve blood circulation and delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the brain.
Ginseng. Class of herbs that balance bodily functions and increase physical and mental energy and stamina. Popular types include Panax ginseng and Siberian ginseng. See also Adaptogen.
Glial cells. Brain cells that provide the structural support for neurons. Also called neuroglia.
Glucocorticoid. Adrenal hormone such as Cortisol. Excessive levels, commonly produced under chronic stress, may be toxic to the brain.
Glutamate. |
Barnet Meltzer, M.D.
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 Ginkgo biloba (24% ginkgo flavoglycosides): 60 mg three times daily for those over 55
ANTI-ANXIETY NUTRITIONAL TRANQUILIZERS
Those suffering from depression often find it difficult to muster up the energy to do much of anything, and they generally feel emotionally exhausted. If depression is characterized by lethargy of the mind, body, and soul, anxiety is all about tension. Anxious individuals are tightly wound, apprehensive, even panic-stricken. It's an unpleasant state, and we've become accustomed to medicating it with Valium or Xanax. |
Michael Janson, M.D.
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 Ginkgo biloba extract 60 mg......................................1...........1
Eye nutrients/bilberry 100 mg...............................1...........1
Special antioxidant formula....................................1...........1
Niacin-inositol 400 mg.............................................1...........1
Selenium 200 meg.....................................................1
Proanthocyanidins 50 mg mixed............................1...........1
Saw palmetto extract 160 mg..................................1...........1
Melatonin 3 mg.................................................... |
| Ginkgo biloba extract 60 mg......................................1
Niacin-inositol 400 mg.............................................2
Proanthocyanidins 50 mg mixed............................1
Taurine 500 mg.........................................................2
Basic Multiple Formula.............................................3
Vitamin C 1000 mg...................................................3
Pyridoxine (B6) 250 mg............................................1
Magnesium aspartate 200 mg.................................1
GLA 240 mg (as borage oil)............................... |
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