NERVOUS SYSTEM

Ginko Biloba - Improves blood circulation: Legs, feet, coronary arteries, head, eyes (vision) genitalia, brain capillaries Regulates hypertension, asthma, depression, vertigo, and atherosclerosis. Protects the brain from senile dementia, stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. Cognitive benefits: Improved thinking  Improved memory Better social behaviour. Contraindications: If it is taken in doses greater than recommended, it can cause drowsiness, nervousness, vomit, or diarrhoea. During the first two days of treatment, it can cause headaches. Do not use on children under 2 years of age. Consult a medical doctor in case of pregnancy or breast feeding. The administration of ginkgo in conjunction with blood thinners like aspirin, or warfarin or heparin could cause haemorrhage Do not take for days before surgery and for 2 months after-ward.

Urtica - It is known as an antioxidant, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, analgesic, antimicrobial, liver protector. It is also used in cases of eczema, anemia, nosebleeds and menstrual haemorrhage, nephritis, hematuria, diarrhoea, asthma, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, kidney stones. Favour digestion and blood circulation. Contraindications: Skin lesions when the plant comes in contact with the skin. Diabetics may have their blood sugar levels affected if taken in large doses; be alert to avoid hypoglycemia. It may affect blood pressure and it may interfere with medication used to control hypertension. It’s contraindicated in case of renal failure, nephritis, and inflammation of the kidneys or during pregnancy.

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