"Background: Accumulating evidence suggests that Ginkgo biloba is [protective of the heart,] in part, through its [blood vessel widening]and antihypertensive properties. However, definitive data on its blood pressure (BP)-lowering effects in humans is lacking.

"Methods: We determined the effects of Gingko biloba extract 240 mg. per day) on BP and incident hypertension in 3,069 participants (mean age, 79 years...) from the Ginkgo Evaluative of Memory study ...

"Over a median follow-up of 6.1 years, there were similar changes in BP and pulse pressure in Gingko and placebo groups ...

Conclusions: Our data indicate the Gingko biloba does not reduce blood pressure or the incidence of hypertension in elderly men and women.

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the Ginkgo Evaluative of Memory study

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