What is Flora Ginkgo Biloba and what does it do?
Each vegetarian capsule provides a 50:1 ginkgo leaf extract equivalent to 3g of raw ginkgo leaf, standardized to 24% flavone glycosides and 6% terpene lactones, the two compound groups most associated with ginkgo's studied effects. Ginkgo is used to help support blood flow to the brain and cognitive function, including memory, and provides antioxidant protection against free-radical damage.
What does the 24%/6% standardization mean and why does it matter?
Ginkgo's research is based on standardized extracts specifying flavone glycoside and terpene lactone content (commonly the "24/6" standard used in most clinical studies), since raw ginkgo leaf naturally varies in its active compound concentration. Using an extract standardized to this ratio, rather than unstandardized ginkgo powder, is intended to ensure the dose matches the concentration levels used in the research behind ginkgo's cognitive and circulatory effects.
How should this be taken and who should be cautious?
Adults should take one capsule 2-3 times daily. Consult a doctor before use if pregnant or breastfeeding, or if taking medication for diabetes, high blood pressure, epilepsy, or blood-thinning medication (including aspirin or ibuprofen), since ginkgo can affect blood clotting.
How does a standardized ginkgo extract differ from ginkgo leaf tea or unstandardized powder?
Ginkgo leaf tea or unstandardized powdered ginkgo doesn't guarantee a consistent level of the flavone glycosides and terpene lactones responsible for ginkgo's studied effects, since raw leaf potency varies by growing conditions and harvest. This product's 50:1 extract is concentrated and standardized specifically to the 24%/6% ratio used in most ginkgo clinical research, aiming for consistent, research-aligned dosing rather than the variable potency of tea or raw leaf preparations.
What is Flora Health and what does the brand offer?
Flora Health is a Canadian nutraceutical brand established in 1965 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. The brand specializes in whole-food supplements, full-spectrum botanical extracts, cold-pressed seed oils, and European-style health tonics. Flora's product range includes omega oils, herbal tinctures, digestive bitters, fermented preparations, and superfood formulas. The brand is certified organic by QAI (Quality Assurance International), Non-GMO Project Verified, and Kosher certified. All raw materials are tested in-house for microbial content, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and active ingredient levels.
What sets Flora Health apart from other supplement brands in Canada?
Flora Health's most distinctive characteristic is its European health tonic heritage. The brand was among the first in North America to import and produce traditional European remedies — including Swedish bitters and fermented preparations — that draw on centuries of botanical medicine tradition. Unlike most supplement brands that focus on isolated vitamins or single-ingredient extracts, Flora has historically formulated multi-herb complexes rooted in European and Ayurvedic herbalism. As a privately owned, vertically integrated Canadian manufacturer operating for nearly 60 years, Flora maintains sourcing and production control that is rare among brands of its size.
The information provided above is for reference purposes only and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Canada. It does not constitute medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.