This product combines the benefits of ginkgo with hawthorn . Dr. Whitaker reports that studies have demonstrated hawthorn extract to be effective in reducing angina attacks. It improves the blood and oxygen supply to the heart by dilating the coronary vessels. He further states it is a very useful herb in treating any heart condition, but especially angina and congestive heart failure . In addition to the benefits of ginkgo , this combination offers gotu kola with its long history of supporting brain function.
Gotu kola has an unusual affinity for the cerebral cortex of the brain.
This part of the brain is most directly associated with consciousness, perception, memory, thought, mental ability, and intellect. In India, experiments with mentally disabled children demonstrated significant increases in general ability and marked improvements in attention spans and concentration levels. Lauri Aesoph, N.D., states that gotu kola heals external and internal wounds, helps the liver, increases mental abilities, and improves vein health. Each tablet provides 40 mg of ginkgo extract and 100 mg of gotu kola. The ginkgo is standardized to 24 percent ginkgo flavone glycosides and 6 percent terpenes.