Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo biloba, also known as maidenhair tree, is the oldest species of tree on Earth. It has been around since the days of the dinosaurs. The secret to its longevity lies in the fact that Ginkgo is immune to the effects of most diseases and parasites and has a life span of a thousand years. Perhaps it’s not surprising, then, that this tree is used to promote longevity in humans as well.

For thousands of years the Chinese have used ginkgo leaves to treat disorders associated with aging. Today numerous scientific studies have shown that ginkgo does indeed help to slow memory loss in those suffering from Alzheimer’s, multi-infarct dementia (MID), and age-associated memory impairment (AAMI). Some studies suggest that ginkgo may even help reverse the effects of these illnesses to some extent.