Taking ginkgo biloba may not shield your brain from the negative effects of aging, a recent study shows. Said to increase blood flow to the brain, ginkgo is one of the most widely used herbal treatments consumed specifically to prevent age-related cognitive decline, according to the study's authors.
For the study, researchers recruited 3,069 older adults (ages 72 to 96) who had normal cognition or mild cognitive impairment. About half the participants received 120 mg of ginkgo twice daily, while the remaining study members received a placebo.
At a median follow-up of 6.1 years, the researchers used a number of tests to measure changes in cognition. Results revealed no evidence that ginkgo slows the rate of cognitive decline in older adults.
To preserve your brain health as you age, health professionals recommend following a balanced diet (high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and low in saturated fats), keeping mentally active (by doing crossword puzzles or learning new skills or languages, for example), and getting regular exercise.
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