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X-R Shield
Life Extension
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(88 ratings)
Ginkgo
Score 10.0
Potentially unsafe due to dangerously high Ginkgolic Acid content, making it unsuitable despite other ingredients.
Quantity: 90 Capsule(s)Servings size: 3 Vegetarian Capsule(s) (30 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Brain Health
Cognitive Support
Cardiovascular Support
leaderboard Score 10.0
Potentially unsafe due to dangerously high Ginkgolic Acid content, making it unsuitable despite other ingredients.
The Life Extension X-R Shield product presents a significant safety concern due to its listed 40mg of Ginkgolic Acid. Reputable standardized Ginkgo extracts like EGb 761 specifically process out ginkgolic acids to levels below 5 parts per million (ppm) because they are considered impurities with allergenic and potentially toxic properties. The presence of such a high amount indicates a poorly processed or low-quality extract, making it unsuitable for consumption according to nutritionist recommendations. While it does list specific quantities for terpene lactones and flavone glycosides (which would normally be a pro), this is overshadowed by the ginkgolic acid issue. The blend also includes Lemon Balm and Spirulina, but these cannot compensate for the fundamental flaw in the Ginkgo component.
- Includes other beneficial ingredients like Lemon Balm and Spirulina for general wellness
- Mentions specific Ginkgo extract components (flavone glycosides and terpene lactones)
- Contains an unacceptably high level of Ginkgolic Acid, posing safety risks
- Not a reliable source of quality Ginkgo for therapeutic use
- High price per serving given the safety concerns
- **HIGH SAFETY WARNING: Contains an extremely high amount of Ginkgolic Acid, which can be toxic and allergenic.**
- Avoid this product due to potential health risks.
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have consumed this product.
$11.25($0.37 per serving)
 Amazon | $ 11.25 | |
 Pure Formulas | $ 11.25 | |
 iHerb | $ 11.25 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| organic Spirulina powder | 1335 mg |
| Lemon Balm extract | 200 mg |
| Gingko extract (Total Terpene Lactones, Ginkgolic Acid, Gingko Flavone Glycosides) | 40 mg |
Categories
Ginkgo 5.0
As a Ginkgo product, it fails spectacularly on safety due to the unacceptably high ginkgolic acid, rendering it a non-viable option in the Ginkgo collection.
Goals
Brain Health 5.0
The severe safety concern from high Ginkgolic Acid negates any potential benefits for brain health, as health risks outweigh any theoretical cognitive support.
Cognitive Support 5.0
Despite the mention of specific active compounds, the dangerous level of ginkgolic acid makes this product highly unsuitable and potentially harmful for cognitive support.
Cardiovascular Support 5.0
Any positive cardiovascular effects are overshadowed by the significant health risks associated with the high ginkgolic acid content, making this product unsafe for its stated goal.
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