More evidence that low-calorie sweeteners are bad for your health
Studies show that artificial sweeteners can raise the risk of hypertension, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, including stroke.
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Gingko Biloba – for better circulation
The therapeutic actions of this ancient herb are supported by more than 280 scientific studies. Gingko has been shown to contain flavonoids that act as potent free radical scavengers limiting damage caused by these throughout the body.
Its most promising use, however, has been in the treatment of dementia and symptoms of cerebral dysfunction such as memory impairment and poor concentration. A review in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology looked at more than 40 clinical studies of gingko in the treatment of many forms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s and concluded that the research standard was high and that Gingko was effective in the treatment of dementia.
Smaller studies have shown that Gingko can be used to prevent and/or benefit conditions such as vertigo, tinnitus, inner ear disturbances, cold extremities, anxiety, depression, circulatory disorders, deteriorating eyesight and oedema. The vital link between many of these disorders is circulation and gingko has been shown to help improve circulation in all parts of the body.
Dose
The usual dose of ginkgo biloba extract, standardised to contain 24% ginkgoflavonglycosydes (the herb’s active component), is 40 mg three times daily.
Take care
Gingko is probably best taken when there is a genuine indication and not as a general tonic, and not as an herbal detox. It can alter bleeding time and should not be used with blood thinning drugs such as heparin, warfarin and coumarin derivatives. Anecdotal evidence also suggests that it should not be used with over the counter blood thinners such as aspirin. Like garlic, it should not be taken before surgery.
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