Overview Ginkgo, also called Ginkgo biloba, is one of the oldest living types of trees. Most ginkgo products use extract from ginkgo’s fan-shaped leaves. Ginkgo has two main substances that are good for health. Ginkgo has flavonoids, which are antioxidants that help protect the body’s cells from damage. And it has a type of terpenoid. … Read more
Overview St. John’s wort, also called Hypericum perforatum, is a flowering shrub native to Europe. St. John’s wort gets its name because it often blooms on the birthday of the biblical John the Baptist. The flowers and leaves of St. John’s wort have active ingredients such as hyperforin. St. John’s wort can be found as … Read more
Overview Vitamin E is a nutrient that’s important for vision, fighting off diseases and the health of the blood, brain, and skin. Vitamin E is an antioxidant. Antioxidants might protect cells from the effects of free radicals, which are molecules made when the body breaks down food or is in contact with tobacco smoke or … Read more
Overview Vitamin D is a nutrient the body needs, along with calcium, to build bones and keep them healthy. The body can absorb calcium only if it has enough vitamin D. Calcium is a major part of bones. Vitamin D also has many other uses in the body. It supports immune health and helps keep … Read more
Overview Niacin is a B vitamin the body makes. The body uses niacin to turn food into energy. It helps keep the nervous system, digestive system, and skin healthy. People may take niacin, also called vitamin B-3, as part of a daily multivitamin. But most people get enough niacin from the food they eat. Foods … Read more