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Some benefits of ginkgo biloba include memory improvement and the alleviation of symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis, dementia and vertigo, according to MedicineNet. Ginkgo biloba is also good for treating persistent ringing in the ears, known as tinnitus, and some vision problems.
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Ginkgo biloba is especially beneficial for treating conditions caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, notes WebMD. These conditions include memory loss, headache, difficulty concentrating, difficulty hearing and mood swings or disturbances. Ginkgo biloba improves blood circulation, which increases blood flow to the brain and allows it to function better. Ginkgo biloba helps with other circulation problems as well, especially poor blood flow in the legs and claudication, the term for persistent leg pain when walking. This herb is also useful in treating Raynaud's syndrome, which is characterized by a painful response in the extremities to the cold.
Depression and Lyme disease are other ailments that can be treated using ginkgo biloba, as well as asthma, bronchitis, sexual dysfunction and macular degeneration, explains WebMD. Ginkgo biloba is one of the oldest tree species in the world. Uses of this herb for medical purposes date back to ancient times. A ginkgo tree can live as long as a thousand years. Ginkgo biloba seeds are said to contain certain substances that kill harmful bacteria and fungi that cause infections in the body, which could be one of the reasons why it is so beneficial for treating many medical conditions.
