ginkgo biloba

noun

ginkgo bi·​lo·​ba -ˌbī-ˈlō-bə 

: an extract of the leaves of ginkgo that is held to enhance mental functioning by increasing blood circulation to the brain

Examples of ginkgo biloba in a Sentence

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Many of these studies are small, and larger studies are needed to determine the effects of ginkgo biloba on brain health.13 The supplement is considered safe in doses of 60-240 milligrams daily for up to 6 months.13 7. —Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 30 Oct. 2024

Ginkgo Biloba Ginkgo biloba is a popular herbal supplement obtained from the leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree. —Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 23 Oct. 2024

Herbal extracts: Large doses of herbal extracts like ginkgo biloba or chamomile, two herbs often used in brain health supplements, can interact with certain blood thinning medications, increasing the risk of bleeding. —Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2024

This moisturizer in particular boasts wrinkle-smoothing properties—finding firming and toning benefits through botanicals like chlorella and ginkgo biloba. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, literally, bilobed ginkgo

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

ginkgo biloba

noun

gink·​go bi·​lo·​ba

ˈgiŋ-(ˌ)kō-ˌbī-ˈlō-bə, also ˈgiŋk-(ˌ)gō-

: an extract of the leaves of the ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) that is used as a dietary supplement and is held to enhance mental functioning by increasing blood circulation to the brain

called also ginkgo