Vital GINKGO BILOBA supports blood circulation to the brain and improves memory and concentration with 120 mg Ginkgo biloba leaf extract combined with the following key nutrients for a laser focus formulation:

• Vitamin B5, which is an essential trace nutrient that is required for the synthesis of Coenzyme A (CoA). CoA plays a critical role in many metabolic pathways, including those that provide energy for the brain. It is also required for the release of neurotransmitters between synapses, so it is essential for the transmission of information in the brain.^10,11
• Iron, which is involved in the creation of neuronal cells and various neurotransmitters, as well as metabolism in the brain. Iron status has a significant effect on behaviour, memory, learning and sensory systems and iron deficiency is linked to delayed brain development and worse school performance in children.¹²
• Zinc, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it is essential for normal brain function.¹³ Zinc is present in high concentrations in specific neurons. Zinc deficiency is linked to many conditions that cause cognitive and memory impairment, including neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders and vascular diseases.^10,13

Allergens: Soya

Directions for use: Take 1 twice per day. Take with water after food.

Suitable for ages: 18 years and older.

Halaal: Yes

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[S0] Vital® GINKGO BILOBA soft gelatine capsules. Each capsule contains 6000 mg Ginkgo biloba L. (Ginkgo) [leaf, as 120 mg of a 50:1 extract standardised to flavone glycosides 22 %]; 9 mg Iron; 5,5 mg Zinc and 2,5 mg Vitamin B5. Combination product – Western herbal medicine / Health supplement. [S0] Vital® MEMORY & CONCENTRATION soft gelatine capsules. Each soft gelatine capsule contains 3000 mg Ginkgo biloba L. (Ginkgo) [leaf, as 60 mg of a 50:1 extract standardised to flavone glycosides 22 %], 500 mg Fish oil (Clupeidae; Engraulidae; Scombridae) providing 58 mg Eicosapentaenoic acid, 250 mg Docosahexaenoic acid; 15 mg Phosphatidylserine; 250 μg Folic acid; 5 μg Vitamin B12 and 5 mg α-TE Vitamin E. Combination product – Western herbal medicine / Health supplement. [S0] Vital® MAXI B soft gelatine capsules. Each capsule contains 50 mg Vitamin C; 25 mg Vitamin B1; 25 mg Vitamin B2; 25 mg Vitamin B3; 25 mg Vitamin B5; 25 mg Vitamin B6; 400 µg Folic acid; 150 µg Biotin; 40 µg Vitamin B12. Health supplement. [S0] Vital® OMEGA 3 soft gelatine capsules. Each soft gelatine capsule contains 1000 mg Fish oil (Clupeidae; Engraulidae; Scombridae) providing 160 mg Eicosapentaenoic Acid and 104 mg Docosahexaenoic Acid; 5 µg Vitamin D3 and 3,4 mg α-TE Vitamin E. Health supplement.

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