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Alcohol & Sugar-Free Ginkgo Biloba Liquid Extract
Swanson Premium Brand
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(386 ratings)
Ginkgo
Score 40.0
An alcohol and sugar-free liquid Ginkgo extract, but lacks critical standardization for efficacy.
Quantity: 1 Liquid(s)Servings size: 1 mL (29 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Brain Health
Cognitive Support
Cardiovascular Support
leaderboard Score 40.0
An alcohol and sugar-free liquid Ginkgo extract, but lacks critical standardization for efficacy.
The Swanson Premium Brand Alcohol & Sugar-Free Ginkgo Biloba Liquid Extract provides 250mg of Ginkgo biloba leaf extract in a liquid form, which can be beneficial for those who prefer not to swallow capsules. While it boasts being alcohol and sugar-free, a major drawback is the absence of specific standardization for Ginkgo flavone glycosides and terpene lactones. Nutritionists emphasize that the therapeutic effects of Ginkgo are linked to these compounds, and without their quantified presence, the product's effectiveness for brain health, cognitive support, and cardiovascular benefits cannot be reliably assessed. The higher price per serving compared to basic capsules further diminishes its value given the lack of standardization.
- Alcohol and sugar-free formulation
- Liquid form for easy consumption or alternative delivery
- Lacks standardization for active Ginkgo compounds (flavone glycosides and terpene lactones)
- Higher price per serving compared to many capsule forms
- Uncertainty regarding consistent potency and therapeutic effects
- Without standardization, the actual dosage of active compounds may vary and be insufficient.
$9.29($0.32 per serving)
 Amazon | $ 0.00 | |
 iHerb | $ 9.29 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Ginkgo biloba leaf extract | 250 mg |
Categories
Ginkgo 40.0
While it is a Ginkgo product, its liquid extract form without critical standardization details falls short of optimal quality for consistent results, making it less favorable than well-standardized alternatives.
Goals
Brain Health 40.0
Despite being an 'extract,' the absence of explicit standardization for flavone glycosides and terpene lactones means the actual contribution to brain health is speculative, as these are the key compounds.
Cognitive Support 40.0
For cognitive support, the effectiveness of Ginkgo relies heavily on a consistent profile of active ingredients, which is not guaranteed by a generic 'Ginkgo biloba leaf extract' listing without standardization details.
Cardiovascular Support 40.0
The cardiovascular benefits are tied to the specific active components of Ginkgo extract; therefore, the lack of standardization makes it difficult to ascertain if therapeutic levels are present to support heart and vessel health.
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