Ginkgo Biloba
Kroeger Herb Products Co.
Ginkgo Biloba
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(339 ratings)
Ginkgo
Score 60
Combines whole leaf with partially standardized extract; good but not fully transparent on active compounds.
Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals: flag Cognitive Support flag Vision Support flag Mental Focus flag Brain Health flag Productivity Boost
leaderboard Score 60
Combines whole leaf with partially standardized extract; good but not fully transparent on active compounds.
insights Analysis
This Ginkgo Biloba product from Kroeger Herb Products Co. takes an interesting dual approach, combining 300mg of whole Ginkgo biloba with 100mg of Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract that specifically mentions 'Flavone Glycosides.' The inclusion of an extract specifying a key active compound is a good step towards quality. However, for complete assurance of efficacy for brain health, cognitive support, and cardiovascular benefits, nutritionists typically look for standardization for both flavone glycosides (around 24-27%) and terpene lactones (around 6-12%). The missing terpene lactones detail and the combination with whole herb make its precise active compound delivery less predictable than fully standardized single extracts. While moderately priced, its unconventional formulation leads to some ambiguity regarding consistent therapeutic effects.
- Includes a Ginkgo extract that specifies 'Flavone Glycosides'
- Combines whole herb with extract, potentially offering a broader spectrum of compounds
- Ginkgo extract lacks full standardization (missing terpene lactones percentage)
- Overall dosage approach is less precise than fully standardized extracts
- Efficacy for specific goals may be less consistent due to incomplete standardization
- The exact proportion of all key active compounds may not be consistent, potentially affecting efficacy.
$13.59($0.15 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 13.59 | |
 Amazon | $ 13.99 |
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Ginkgo biloba Leaf Extract, Dried | 100 mg |
Ginkgo biloba | 300 mg |
Categories
Ginkgo 60
This Ginkgo product offers a partial approach to standardization, which is better than none, but falls short of the comprehensive standardization found in leading products in the collection.
Goals
The inclusion of an extract with flavone glycosides supports brain health, but the lack of explicit terpene lactone standardization makes it slightly less optimal than fully standardized options for predictable benefits.
While beneficial, the cognitive support from this product is somewhat constrained by the incomplete standardization of its extract, which is key for consistent effects.
Its cardiovascular benefits are likely, given the extract's flavone glycoside content, but full standardization would provide more confidence in its consistent therapeutic impact.
92 Value 
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★★★★★
(6077 ratings)
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Ginkgo Biloba 24% 60 mg
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4.8
★★★★★
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95 Value 
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★★★★★
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92 Performance
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★★★★★
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(19361 ratings)
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Ginkgo Biloba
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(6088 ratings)
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92 Value
Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg
California Gold Nutrition EuroHerbs
4.7
★★★★★
(6077 ratings)
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85 Value
Ginkgo Biloba 24% 60 mg
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4.8
★★★★★
(2909 ratings)
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95 Value
Extra Strength Ginkgo 120 mg
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4.7
★★★★★
(70975 ratings)
Though its price per serving is higher, its double-strength (120mg) and full standardization from a top brand makes it an exceptional value for those prioritizing highly effective and reliable Ginkgo results.
95 Performance
Extra Strength Ginkgo 120 mg
Doctor's Best
4.7
★★★★★
(70975 ratings)
Widely recognized for quality, this product offers a 120mg standardized extract, providing superior and more consistent active compounds for reliable cognitive and cardiovascular benefits compared to a blend of whole herb and partial extract.
92 Performance
Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg
California Gold Nutrition EuroHerbs
4.7
★★★★★
(6077 ratings)
A high-quality standardized 120mg Ginkgo extract from a trusted brand, providing a more potent and effective option compared to a combination product where the extract component is not fully standardized.
88 Performance
Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg
Nature's Bounty
4.6
★★★★★
(19361 ratings)
A reputable brand offering a 120mg standardized Ginkgo extract. This provides a clear and consistent dose of active compounds, which is often preferred for efficacy over a mix of whole herb and extract.