Evidence supporting the use of: Ginkgo Flavonglycosides
For the body system: Eyes

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Ginkgo flavonglycosides, derived from the leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree, have been traditionally used in various systems of herbal medicine, especially in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), to support eye health and vision. This traditional use is based on the belief that Ginkgo improves blood circulation, including to the microvasculature of the eyes, and may help with conditions such as visual disturbances and age-related eye decline. However, scientific studies specifically validating the efficacy of Ginkgo flavonglycosides for eye health are limited and inconclusive. Some small clinical trials and animal studies have suggested that Ginkgo supplementation may have a modest benefit in slowing the progression of glaucoma and improving visual field loss, likely due to its antioxidant and vasodilatory properties. Nonetheless, systematic reviews and meta-analyses indicate that the evidence is weak and not robust enough to make strong clinical recommendations. The bulk of Ginkgo-related research focuses on cognitive and circulatory benefits rather than direct ocular effects. In summary, while Ginkgo flavonglycosides are used traditionally for eye support, current scientific evidence does not firmly establish their efficacy for this purpose, resulting in a moderate evidence rating.

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