When seeking natural ways to improve vision, you should know that proper nutrition contributes 40% to the results you are getting. This means that you need to pay attention to what you’re eating if you really want to improve your eye health.
There are herbal supplements that have positive effects on achieving better eyesight and are actually used for treating age-related vision problems. One of these is Ginkgo Biloba.
The Ginkgo tree has been around for a long time. It can live up to a thousand years. It is natively grown in China, Korea and Japan. But it has been grown in other countries as well like Europe and America.
The fan-shaped Ginkgo leaves are taken by mouth for different health reasons. It’s been used for conditions that have something to do with reduced blood circulation to the brain. Examples are memory loss, vertigo, headache, Alzheimer’s disease and hearing disorders. There are other uses of Ginkgo. In fact, there’s a long list of uses. People have even used it for treating asthma and bronchitis since 2600 BC.
Ginkgo seeds also have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. But it’s been found that they contain a toxin that may cause seizure as well as loss of consciousness.
In Germany, doctors prescribe Ginkgo Biloba for its many health benefits, particularly improved mental function, concentration and memory. It is known to slow down neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and short-term memory loss.
Reduced risk of retina damage. Ginkgo Biloba possesses antioxidant properties that positively affect blood circulation to the nervous system. This herb helps to thin the blood, which makes blood flow to the heart arteries better. The positive effect of Ginkgo Biloba on blood circulation results to a lesser risk of damage to the retina that is often associated with age-related macular degeneration and other vision diseases.
Lower risk for macular degeneration. The causes of worsening eyesight include oxidative stress, free radical damage and poor blood circulation to the eyes. Ginkgo Biloba possesses the ability to correct these problems so it helps to improve eye health and reduce the risk for eye diseases especially age-related macular degeneration.
These vision problems are common among older adults. If taking Ginkgo Biloba, old people can have better blood circulation to the brain and to the other parts of the eyes. Studies also show that this herb can diminish the bad effects of ultraviolet rays of the sun. So, the more reason there is for older people to take Ginkgo Biloba.
Nevertheless, you should not just take Ginkgo Biloba supplements or extracts, especially if you’re taking any medication. Ginkgo interacts with medications like Ibuprofen, Warfarin, anticoagulant drugs, anti-diabetes drugs and more. Consult your doctor first and ask if you’re safe to take this herb supplement.