BioGingko 27/7^TM
The preacher came in to call the other day. He said that I was at the age to really start to think about the hereafter. I told him, "Oh, I do that all the time. No matter where I am, in the parlor, upstairs, in the kitchen, or down in the basement, I ask myself- now what am I here after?"

What is BioGinkgo 27/7?
Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE), with its beneficial effects on cognitive functions, has become one of the most widely used of the traditional supplements. Extracts from the leaves of the ginkgo biloba tree (the maidenhair tree) have been used medicinally for thousands of years and ginkgo biloba is still one of the most widely used herbal products in China for breathing problems. In the West, ginkgo biloba extract is increasingly prescribed in Europe and has recently been approved by the German Commission E, Europe's most respected herbal standards authority, for treating a variety of symptoms often found in the aging population. Perhaps the most important age-related condition affected by GBE is a group of symptoms usually referred to as cerebral insufficiency. These symptoms include: difficulties in concentration and memory, absent-mindedness, confusion, lack of energy, tiredness and decreased physical performance. GBE, therefore, has the potential to greatly improve the quality of life during aging. Furthermore, it is specifically concentrated through proprietary methods to provide at least 80% more ginkgolide B than other standardized GBE products.

Pharmanex Standard
BioGinkgo 27/7 is an exclusive extra strength preparation of ginkgo biloba leaf (50:1) extract standardized to scientifically supported ratios of 27% ginkgo flavone glycosides and 7% terpene lactones.

Benefits:

• Proprietary processing.
• Stimulates memory and concentration.
• Promotes circulation to the brain, arms, and legs.
• Natural antioxidant that may help support the antioxidant defense system in fighting free radicals.
• Highest potency ginkgo extract available.

Proprietary Processing
Research conducted by Pharmanex reveals that concentrations of active components in ginkgo biloba leaves can vary by as much as 300% depending on location, season and method of harvest. To ensure the best quality and consistency of finished product, Pharmanex employs on- site harvest management and testing so that only fresh, clean leaves of the highest quality are procured. BioGinkgo 27/7 products are manufactured to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards using a proprietary 23-step extraction and washing process requiring approximately 50 pounds of leaves to yield just one pound of extract.

Health Benefits
Antioxidant Activity: The brain and central nervous system have a high lipid content in their cell membranes. This characteristic makes them vulnerable to attack and damage by free radicals. Oxidized lipids, such as lipid peroxides, may alter cells and membrane integrity leading to a gradual loss of semipermeability. Flavonoid glycosides and proanthocyanidins in ginkgo biloba extract have potent antioxidant activities that help support the body's antioxidant defense system in fighting free radicals.

Cognitive Memory and Concentration Function: Important neurotransmitters such as dopamine and 5-hydroxytryptamine are key players in central nervous system activity. Since ginkgo flavonoids protect against membrane damage, GBE can maintain the normal interaction of nerve cells with these neurotransmitters. By inhibiting PAF-induced platelet aggregation and reducing the resulting viscosity or stickiness of the blood, the ginkgolides may increase cerebral blood flow and contribute to the improvement in cognitive and memory function seen after GBE treatment.

Circulatory Benefits: Peripheral circulation is improved after GBE treatment, resulting in an increased supply of oxygen to the muscles. GBE has been demonstrated to help with leg problems often experienced by the elderly when walking. GBE has also been shown to improve peripheral blood circulation (e.g., hands, feet, inner ear, eyes).

Lung Function: In addition to platelets, platelet activating factor (PAF) binds to cells involved in maintaining the healthy functioning of the airways. PAF is believed to narrow airways, and the antagonism of the action of PAF by the ginkgolides may, therefore, improve lung function in those individuals where breathing is hindered.

Vision Benefits: The macular area of the retina is responsible for fine reading and is particularly sensitive to damage by lipid free-radicals. GBE may help promote eye health in the elderly through its antioxidant properties.

Usage:
Take one tablet two times per day (morning and evening) with food and drink. Do not chew tablet. Tablet is coated for ease of swallowing. Although some people will notice benefits in as little as two to three weeks after daily supplementation with BioGinkgo 27/7, users should allow up to 12 weeks for optimum benefits.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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