Could Ginkgo Biloba Offer a New Treatment Option for Parkinson's Disease

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I have been spending some free time researching the use of Gingko Biloba for Parkinson's disease and well it has been fascinating

~ Yu et al., 2020 provides an evidence-based report on the use of ginkgo biloba in the effective treatment of Parkinson's disease, You need to check it out~ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34012698/)

~ Corona, 2018 also reported something interesting, its effect on the treatment of Parkinson's disease and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ) Here

Ginkgo biloba – it's a popular herb that's often used in traditional Chinese medicine.

What is traditional chinese medicine? check here

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Let's briefly talk about what Parkinson's disease is

Now Parkinson's disease is a condition caused by the death of dopamine-producing cells in the brain, and symptoms can include tremors, rigidity, and difficulty walking.

Parkinson's disease is a neurological disorder that affects movement and balance, (okay you probably already knew that).

it's estimated that over 10 million people, I repeat 10 million worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease, and the numbers are only growing.

Possible treatments include:
Medications, surgery, and physical therapy. But many people are looking for alternative treatments, and Ginkgo biloba is starting to gain attention as a potential treatment option.

What Is Ginkgo Biloba?

Ginkgo biloba is a tree that is found all over the world. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of conditions. More recently, it has been studied as a potential treatment for PD (paf).

So far, the results have been promising. Ginkgo biloba seems to improve blood circulation and protect the brain against damage. This to an extent also help to improve movement and reduce symptoms such as tremors and rigidity.

Current Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease

Medication is usually the most common treatment for parkinsons disesse and helps to relieve symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement.
Surgery is used to relieve symptoms that cannot be managed with medication. Therapy includes physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.

There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for Parkinson's disease, so it is important to work with a spcialised healthcare professional to find the treatment that works best for you.

Studies on Ginkgo Biloba and Parkinson’s Disease

If you’ve been monitoring medical researches in the past few years, then you know that Ginkgo Biloba has been studied extensively as a potential therapy for Parkinson’s disease. It is thought to contain compounds that could improve nerve function and potentially slow or reverse damage caused by the illness.

After conducting numerous animal studies, researchers found that the extracts from the leaves of Ginkgo Biloba may exhibit neuroprotective and antioxidative properties. In other words, they may be able to help protect neurons from toxic chemicals and prevent cellular damage. If these studies continue to show promising results, then Ginkgo Biloba could become an important part of Parkinson’s disease treatment regimens in the future.

Pros and Cons of Using Ginkgo Biloba to Treat Parkinson’s Disease

What are the pros and cons of using Ginkgo Biloba to treat Parkinson's disease? Well, let's start with the good news - it has no harmful side effects! And for many people with Parkinson's, that alone is reason enough to try this natural alternative. But there's more: Ginkgo Biloba has antioxidant properties, meaning it could possibly help reverse some of the damage done by the disease.

Now for the bad news: as promising as these natural treatments sound, there isn't much scientific evidence to back it up. Studies have been done on animals but not humans, so we don't know how effective it will be in treating Parkinson's in people. Also, the effects of these treatments can vary widely from person to person, so it’s hard to determine if they are actually working or not.

Potential Pitfalls of Using Ginkgo Biloba to Treat Parkinson's Disease

Before you reach for that bottle of Ginkgo Biloba in the hopes of curing your Parkinson's Disease, it's worth bearing in mind that there are some potential pitfalls with this plan.

For one, Ginkgo Biloba has been found to interact with some other medications, so before starting any supplementation make sure to consult with your doctor and ask them to review your current medication plans.

Furthermore, Ginkgo Biloba is said to work best when taken at specific dosages and schedules. Not following these guidelines could lead to decreased effectiveness — or worse — troublesome side effects.

So don't try this at home! A qualified professional should always be consulted before beginning any treatment regimen for Parkinson's Disease, regardless of whether it involves Ginkgo Biloba or not.

Final thoughts

There you have it! While more research is needed, it seems that Ginkgo biloba just might offer a new treatment option for Parkinson's disease. So if you know of someone who suffers from this debilitating condition, be sure to share this article with them!**

Thank for Reading 🖐

References/Resources

https://www.hindawi.com/journals/bmri/2018/4067597/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34012698/

https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2022.1007556/full

https://movementdisorders.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/mdc3.12170

https://inis.iaea.org/collection/NCLCollectionStore/_Public/45/099/45099945.pdf

https://inis.iaea.org/collection/NCLCollectionStore/_Public/45/099/45099945.pdf

https://inis.iaea.org/collection/NCLCollectionStore/_Public/45/099/45099945.pdf

https://www.ajmc.com/view/cocktail-therapy-may-benefit-individuals-with-parkinson-disease-dementia

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