How To Prepare 4 Remedies With Ginkgo Biloba

We are going to learn how to prepare some home remedies with ginkgo biloba. This is a medicinal plant that many people take to prevent and improve memory problems.

However, it has many other health properties that make it a good remedy for different disorders. It helps to treat some conditions naturally, such as heavy legs, migraine headaches, mild depression or premature aging.

Home remedies with ginkgo biloba

1. Remedy for heavy legs

Leg pain and heaviness affect many people, especially women. In particular, those who have poor circulation, fluid retention, overweight, or during pregnancy or other hormonal changes. Unfortunately, this annoyance hampers your routine and makes fatigue worse at the end of the day.

However, we can prepare a topical remedy that we will apply to the legs to promote good circulation and a good venous return. In addition, this remedy will help us prevent varicose veins and reduce cellulite if we use it consistently.

Ingredients

• ½ glass of coconut or almond oil (100 g)
• ½ glass of aloe vera gel (90 g)
• 30 drops of ginkgo biloba extract
• 15 drops of rosemary essential oil

Elaboration and application

• To start, mix the oil with the aloe vera gel and emulsify with a spoon or fork until both ingredients are well integrated.
• Add the extract and essential oil and mix again.
• We will keep this remedy in an airtight container, in a cool and dry place.
• We will use this lotion to massage our legs. We will always start with the feet and we will reach the English.

2. Remedy for migraine

Ginkgo biloba has proven to be an effective natural remedy for migraine headaches and general headaches. Its  ability to promote good brain oxygenation causes quick and effective relief. In addition, in this remedy we will combine it with mint, which provides freshness and a vasodilator effect.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (olive, almond, coconut, jojoba, argan) (30 g)
• 5 drops of ginkgo biloba essential oil
• 5 drops of peppermint essential oil

Elaboration and application

• We will mix the three oils and keep them in a small container.
• As a result, we will obtain a balm that we will use in small quantities.
• We only have to apply a few drops to the temples or to different pain points in the head. In this way, we will obtain almost immediate relief.

3. Remedy for mild depression

Depression is a disorder that must be treated by a health professional. However, there are some cases of mild depression that we can improve with natural remedies : sadness, nostalgia, apathy, longing, stages of mourning or changes, etc.

In this remedy we combine different medicinal plants with antidepressant properties. However, it is essential to accompany these home remedies with ginkgo biloba with a good diet. In addition, it is convenient to do physical exercise and changes in our lifestyle to achieve the joy that we lack.

Ingredients

• 5 glasses of water (1 liter)
• 2 teaspoons of ginkgo biloba (6 g)
• 1 teaspoon of ground ginger (5 g)
• 1 tablespoon of passionflower (4 g)

Elaboration and taking

• To begin, we will put the liter of water to boil.
• When it comes to a boil, we will stop the fire and add the medicinal plants.
• We will cover the casserole and let it rest for 10 minutes.
• We will drink throughout the day, outside of meals. Typically, these ginkgo biloba home remedies should be done for at least a month.

4. Antioxidant remedy

Drinking ginkgo biloba infusions provides us with a good amount of antioxidants, such as flavonoids and polyphenols. Consequently, these components neutralize free radicals that make us age and eventually cause degenerative diseases.

On the contrary, there are some factors that accelerate cellular oxidation. These include the following:

• Bad nutrition
• Toxic habits like tobacco and alcohol
• Stress and negative emotions
• Pollution
• Medication
• Excessive sun exposure

Next, we are going to prepare an antioxidant lotion to apply on the face and prevent wrinkles. However, taking ginkgo infusions or extract will also complement this treatment to fight free radicals.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons of argan oil (60 g)
• 10 drops of ginkgo biloba essential oil
• 5 drops of lavender essential oil

Elaboration and application

• We will mix the 3 oils and keep them in an airtight bottle.
• It is not necessary to keep it in the fridge.
• We will apply this oil on the face as a serum, before the moisturizer, in the morning and at night.

As you can see, these home remedies with ginkgo biloba can help you feel better and take care of your health. Feel free to try them.