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Natural Cures Michael Castleman See book keywords and concepts

Finally, studies show ginkgo effective in the treatment of chronic ringing in the ears (tinnitus), one form of hearing loss (cochlear deafness) and age-related vision loss (macular degeneration). How-to: Bulk ginkgo cannot be used because it takes a huge number of leaves to make a small amount of medicinal preparation. Many herb companies market ginkgo products. Follow package directions. Ginseng Prized above gold for thousands of years, ginseng root has been Asia's most revered "tonic." It was viewed as an aphrodisiac that strengthens the body, enhances health and aids longevity.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

On the other hand, ginkgo does seem to improve circulation and may be worth a try. Do not expect any miracles, though. Adding a little zinc to the mix (50 milligrams) might be worth consideration since a small study suggested that this mineral produced some modest clinical improvement.819 Melatonin is natural, safe, and not very expensive. Although there is some controversy about its effectiveness for insomnia, two preliminary studies suggest that it may help people with tinnitus and sleeping problems associated with ear ringing. The dose that has been tested is 3 milligrams.

Although the research is not very supportive, ginkgo may help and it is relatively inexpensive. Make sure that it won't interact with any other medicine you are taking. •Consider melatonin. This natural compound appears to be quite safe and may help tinnitus sufferers get some much-needed sleep. • If all else fails, your physician might prescribe misoprostol. A few small studies have found it useful for about one-third to two-thirds of tinnitus patients. Its price and side effects are daunting, however. WEIGHT LOSS • Find a diet plan that fits your style • Keep a dietary diary þ????

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Ginkgo biloba, an antioxidant that helps skin stay younger looking. • Glycerine, a soap by-product that attracts and holds moisture in the skin. • Ivy, an herb that stimulates circulation and aids other ingredients in penetrating the skin. • Liposomes, microscopic bubbles that deliver active ingredients deep into the skin. • Panthenol (provitamin B5), a nutrient that builds moisture and soothes irritation. • Retinoic acid, a form of vitamin A that smoothes skin, promotes cell renewal, and improves circulation to the skin.

Anyone who takes prescription anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medication or who uses over-the-counter painkillers regularly should consult a health care provider before using ginkgo biloba, as the combination may result in internal bleeding. Glutathione Glutathione is a protein that is produced in the liver from the amino acids cysteine, glutamic acid, and glycine. It is a powerful antioxidant that inhibits the formation of, and protects against cellular damage from, free radicals.

This product combines a number of herbal extracts and nutrients, including ginkgo biloba, goto kola, ginseng, garlic, phosphatidyl serine, and phosphatidyl choline, in a supplement intended to support and improve memory, concentration, and mental energy and alertness. Diamond Trim from Diamond-Herpanacine Associates. This is a supplement program intended to promote weight loss by helping control appetite, reduce food cravings, increase the burning of calories, and reduce the absorption of fats. It also contains minerals to replenish those often lost through dieting.

This supplement contains aged garlic extract, ginkgo biloba extract, lecithin, acetyl-L-carnitine, and phosphatidyl serine in a formula designed to improve memory and mental activity. Maxi-Calm from Prevail Corporation. Maxi-Calm is a dietary supplement containing kava kava, valerian, passion flower, skullcap, and wild lettuce, each of which has traditionally been used to support the nervous system. Micellized Multiple Vitamin and Minerals from Earth Science, Inc. This is a liquid multivitamin and mineral supplement that is easily absorbed and utilized by the body.

Health and Nutrition Secrets Russell L. Blaylock, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) directly blocks the glutamate receptor, as do ginkgo biloba and pycnogenol.™ Pyruvate and malate, products of metabolism, have also been shown to block glutamate toxicity and increase brain energy production at the same time.274 All of these are available as supplements without a prescription. Anything that increases brain energy production will reduce excitotoxicity. This includes alpha-lipoic acid, CoQIO, niacinamide, all of the B vitamins, acetyl-L-carnitine, and creatine monohydrate.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Circulatory/cardiovascular systems Aloe, barberry, bayberry, bilberry, black cohosh, black walnut, blessed thistle, borage, boswellia, butcher's broom, cayenne, celery, chickweed, cinnamon, devil's claw, elder, garlic, gentian, ginger, ginkgo, ginseng, gotu kola, green tea, hawthorn, hops, horse chestnut, horsetail, hyssop, jaborandi, kudzu, licorice, motherwort, muira puama, olive leaf, parsley, passionflower, pau d'arco, peppermint, primrose, rosemary, skullcap, suma, uva ursi, valerian, white oak, wintergreen, wood betony.

Health and Nutrition Secrets Russell L. Blaylock, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

John's Wort is ineffective and ginkgo biloba induces brain hemorrhages. The vast majority of stories emanating from the media arise from single case reports, letters-to-the-editor, and poorly conducted research that would never be accepted by the guardians of knowledge occupying the seats of power in our medical universities, and who control the scientific journals. When those working in the area of nutraceuticals attempt to have a paper published in a traditional medical journal, they meet stiff resistance.

Natural Cures Michael Castleman See book keywords and concepts

But this herb was not used medicinally in the West until the early 1970s, when scientists proved old Shen Nung correct. ginkgo really is good for the heart, lungs and longevity. Studies show that ginkgo helps prevent asthma attacks. But its effectiveness against many infirmities of old age is astonishing. Ginkgo increases blood flow to the brain, speeding recovery from stroke and improving memory, and to the heart, so it may help prevent heart attack. It also increases blood flow into the penis and helps some men with erection impairment.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Oxygenizing Plants: Basil, Blessed Thistle, Butcher's Broom, ginkgo, Ginsana, Korean Ginseng, Gotu Kola, Hawthorn (heart), Mints, Myrtle, Padma28, Parsley, Pau D'Arco, Periwinkle/Myrtle, Saffron, Suma; Enhance Km; Enrich's Lily of the Valley, Mullein, Juniper berry, Lobelia; and Nutripathic Formulas' Toxoid Formula.

Take Source Natural s' Urban Air Defense with antioxidants B lue-Green A lgae' s bioflavonoid Quercetin, Enzymes, Vitamin A Beta-Carotene, Zinc, Selenium; Proteins Cysteine and Glutathione; Hawthorn berry Proanthocyanidins, Chaparral'santioxidantNDGA, Milk Thistle extract Silymarin, and Ginkgo's Flavoneglycosides to neutralize the toxic effects of chemicals. •HYDROGEN (H-) Atomic # 1, "water-former," the lightest, most abundant element makes up 90% of the universe, high in the sun and stars, 87% of cosmic rays are Hydrogen protons; 14 pounds, 10% of the human body; .95% of Earth, but only .

Antineoplastic/Anti-cancer Chaparral, Red Clover, ginkgo, Reishe and Shitake mushrooms, and Green Tea. Anti-Parasitesand-protozoansSEEWorms in Chapter Seven CONDITIONS&CURES. Antiperiodic Controlsthecoming and going of illnesses, like malarial fever. Includes tonics. Antiphlogistic Reduces inflammation and fevers, antiarthritic. Includes emetics, cathartics, diaphoretics, diuretics, and refrigerants. Anti-Poison Sassafras; and activated Charcoal. SEE Poisons in Chapter Seven. Anti-pyretic Lowers temperature.

Optimum Health - A Cardiologist's Prescription for Optimum Health Stephen T., M.D. Sinatra See book keywords and concepts

European studies demonstrate that ginkgo not only improves memory, but also enhances mental alertness. I use it to help patients who suffer from memory loss, depression, and ringing in the ears. The active compounds in ginkgo include kaempferol, bilobalide, and quercetin. Ginkgo biloba increases blood flow in deprived areas, particularly the inner ear and the macula, where it may have an effect on macular degeneration.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Peripheral arterial occlusion (PAO) "smokers leg", intermittent claudication (with ginkgo), the sufferer experiences leg pain after walking a short distance, and at rest (at night), accompanied by phlebitis, may result in ulceration and gangrene (from long smoking and alcohol use); Padma 28 increased pain-free walking 100%, decreases night pain and cramping within 2 weeks, and lessened peripheral gangrene and ulceration. For loss of memory and mental clarity; senility, alertness, attitude, well being (in 6 months) from decreased blood circulation.

Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey See book keywords and concepts

As is well known, with aging there is an increase in the number of multiple co-occurring chronic conditions, including cognitive decline and dementia. Because the proportion of the population in the United States and other nations that are aged continues to increase, cognitive and motor deficits are growing rapidly. Cognitive impairment and dementia are major causes of disability in our nation, and their financial impact and long-term care costs are enormous. The major cause of dementia is Alzheimer's disease (AD). Aging clearly results in declines in brain size, weight, and function [4-6].

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Medicinal use of ginkgo dates back to its use in Chinese herbal medicine 3,500 years ago. • Garlic not only reduces "bad cholesterol" while increasing "good cholesterol," but regular use is also associated with a lower risk of stomach and colon cancer. • Cranberry prevents bladder infections by stopping E. coli (the most common bacteria involved in bladder infections) from adhering to the bladder wall. • Chamomile is a very popular medicine in Germany. In 1987, it was named "plant of the year." They, of course, use German chamomile, not Roman chamomile. • According to Rudolph Weiss, M.D.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Caution: People who take prescription blood-thinning medications or who regularly take over-the-counter painkillers should consult a health care provider before using ginkgo, as the combination can result in internal bleeding. Ginseng Roots. Phytochemicals: Beta-sitosterol, (Panax campesterols, caryophyllene, cinquinquefolius) namic acid, escin (P. quinquefolius), [American ferulic acid, fumaric acid, ginsenoginseng], sides, kaempferol, oleanolic acid, (P. ginseng) panaxic acid, panaxin, saponin, stig- [Chinese or masterol, vanillic acid.

Feed Your Genes Right: Eat to Turn Off Disease-Causing Genes and Slow Down Aging Jack Challem See book keywords and concepts

In a study using a proprietary extract of ginkgo, Dr. Pierre L. LeBars of the New York Institute for Medical Research found that the herb (EGb 761 extract, 40 mg three times daily) moderately increased cognitive performance and social functioning in patients suffering from dementia. Birth Defects What Happens Birth defects result from significant alterations in DNA and genes during the growth and development of a fetus. Pregnant women who consume low levels of vitamins have an increased risk of delivering a child with some types of birth defects.

Staying Healthy with Nutrition: The Complete Guide to Diet and Nutritional Medicine Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

In a study of geriatric patients, ginkgo was shown to reduce symptoms of vertigo, memory loss, tinnitus, and headache. In another study of lower limb claudication symptoms, ginkgo helped reduce pain and improve walking tolerance over the placebo group. Thus, the use of Gingko biloba extracts, which have been marketed in Europe for years, appears to help in both cerebral and peripheral arterial insufficiency. Ginkgo biloba is easily absorbed and has no known toxicity. Either extracts or capsules can be used. Therapeutic amounts range from 40-200 mg. taken three times daily.

Ultraprevention : The 6-Week Plan That Will Make You Healthy for Life Mark Hyman, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) • Garlic (Allium sativum) • ginkgo [Ginkgo biloba) • Ginger {Zingiber officinale) • Green tea (Camellia sinensis) • Grape seed (Vitus vinifera) • Hawthorn (Crataegus oxycantha) • Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) • Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) • Purple grape (Vitis labrusca) • Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) • Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Other Rust-Fighting Therapies Exercise Regular aerobic exercise is a powerful way to boost the body's rust-fighting capacity.

Understanding Medicinal Plants: Their Chemistry And Therapeutic Action Bryan Hanson, PhD See book keywords and concepts

This recent discovery has really only opened the door to a more detailed analysis of how all of these parts are working together, but it is easy to see that molecules in the ginkgo extract are orchestrating a much more global effect on the brain than had been previously recognized. The alteration of gene ex- Transcription FIGURE 7.11. The flow of genetic information and its potential control. pression in a particular type of tissue is a great example of an underappreciated effect of medicinal plants. We are likely to see many more examples of this kind of study in the future.

Television and magazine ads proclaim the virtues of garlic, ginkgo, and ginseng. You probably know people who regularly use herbal supplements, and you may have used them yourself. If you have picked up this book and read this far, you are probably the kind of person who has, at one time or another, wondered exactly how drinking an herbal tea can help prevent cancer, or how taking Echinacea capsules can help you beat a cold.

Gene Regulation The third means by which ginkgo may protect the brain has only recently been discovered and is not fully understood. In all organisms the genetic information in DNA is transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA). In turn, the information coded in the mRNA is translated into proteins, which then serve a variety of functions (see Chapter 4). The information in DNA is located in chunks known as genes, each of which codes for a particular protein with a particular function.

Like any plant, ginkgo is a virtual chemical soup of compounds. The medicinally important extract is made from the dried leaves under carefully controlled conditions.12 The chemical components identified as being responsible for the medicinal effects fall into two categories: flavonoids and terpenes. Based upon extensive research, it is generally agreed that the extract should be concentrated and standardized so that it contains about 25 percent flavonoid glycosides and about 6 percent terpenes. Figure 7.8 shows representative structures of the most important molecules. FIGURE 7.8.

We will see in Chapter 7 how the flexiblity of certain molecules allows them to mimic the shape of the hallucinogen LSD, and how compounds found in ginkgo can flex to masquerade as naturally occuring molecules and reduce excessive blood clotting. The flexibility I am speaking of comes about from rotation around single bonds between two carbon atoms.18 Ethane, CH3CH3, provides a simple illustration of the effect of the rotation (see Figure 3.21).

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Prevents the damage of cells by free radicals (e.g., ginkgo, astragalus, hawthorne berry, milk thistle, thyme, wild oregano). antiparasitic Prevents the growth of or destroys parasites (e.g., black walnut, clove, garlic, wormwood). antipyretic Reduces fever (e.g., yarrow). antiseptic Prevents the growth of microbes on the skin (e.g., calendula, propolis), antispasmodic Prevents or reduces muscle spasms (e.g., black cohosh, chamomile, kava, valerian, wild yam). antitussive Relieves or suppresses coughing (e.g., horehound wild cherry bark). antitumor Fights or suppresses tumor growth (e.g.

Staying Healthy with Nutrition: The Complete Guide to Diet and Nutritional Medicine Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Estimated at well over 100 million years old, the leaves from this tree have a bilobal, brainlike appearance, hence the name, ginkgo biloba. Though fairly new to the Western culture, the leaves of the gingko tree have been used for centuries in the Orient for complaints associated with aging. An extract of the ginkgo biloba leaves has been tested and reported to be effective at reducing ischemic symptoms—vascular insufficiency associated with aging and atherosclerosis. ginkgo biloba appears to increase cerebral blood flow and thus help oxygenation; it also may inhibit platelet aggregation.

The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook James Green See book keywords and concepts

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) and Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) leaves are exceptions. ginkgo leaves are best picked as they are turning yellow, while they are still on the tree and predominantly green (at least that is what the experts currently believe). Artichoke leaves are picked in both the spring and the fall, then blended, each season's leaves presenting a little different action than the other. These work well in combination. Harvest leaves after the morning dew has dissipated and prior to the more intense heat of the day. The heat of the midday sun temporarily wilts the energy of many plants.

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