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Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye) Tea / Infusion

A traditional tea preparation using Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye) (Ginkgo biloba), addressing memory, circulation, brain fog.

teastcmBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: Brew fresh; dried herb keeps 6–12 months stored airtightDosage: 1–3 cups daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

MemoryCirculationBrain FogFocusAgingEye Health

Ingredients

  • Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Cover while steeping.
  3. Strain and drink.

Interactions & contraindications

Ginkgo Leaf (Yin Xing Ye)

Full profile
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)

Pregnancy

Avoid

Ginkgo has a notable blood-thinning effect and there's some documented concern about bleeding risk — generally avoided in pregnancy, particularly close to delivery.

Breastfeeding

Avoid

Limited formal safety data and blood-thinning activity mean it's generally avoided during breastfeeding.

Children

Avoid

Not typically used in children; blood-thinning activity and limited pediatric safety data make it unsuitable.

Blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel)

Additive antiplatelet effect increases bleeding risk.

Anticonvulsants

May lower the seizure threshold.

SSRIs/MAOIs

Rare reports of serotonin-related interactions.