Ginkgolide-B

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Description

Ginkgolide-B is a Ginkgolide Diterpene (a Terpene Lactone).

Health Benefits of Ginkgolide-B

Cardiovascular System

 Ginkgolide-B may increase Blood Circulation to the Brain. 

Immune System

 Ginkgolide-B may prevent Allergies by inhibiting Platelet Aggregating Factor (PAF) which stimulates Eosinophils to release lethal Hydrogen Peroxidase which destroys Pathogens. 

Ginkgolide-B may Counteract the Toxic Effects of these Substances

Amino Acids

 Ginkgolide-B may counteract the toxic effects of Glutamic Acid on Neurons.  [1]

Herbal Source of Ginkgolide-B

 Ginkgolide-B is a constituent of Ginkgo biloba.  [2]

Availability of Ginkgolide-B

Ginkgo biloba Products

 Some Ginkgo biloba supplements are standardized to contain up to 4.1% Ginkgolide-B.

 

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