Ingredient profile
Ginkgo Biloba in Neuro Recall: What Memory Studies Found and Who Should Skip It
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract is the second ingredient in Neuro Recall's 635 mg blend, and its amount is not printed. In three large studies it did not lower dementia risk; the GEM study followed over 3,000 adults aged 75 and up for about 6 years (NCCIH, Ginkgo). It may raise bleeding risk with warfarin.
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Label facts
What is ginkgo biloba in Neuro Recall?
Ginkgo biloba is a leaf extract from the ginkgo tree, and it sits second in the WMG-NVT Exclusive Blend. Only cinnamon is listed ahead of it, so only cinnamon can weigh more.
| Label name | Ginkgo Biloba (leaf) Extract |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Ginkgo biloba leaf |
| What it is | Herbal extract |
| Position in the list | 6 of 14 (blend ingredients are listed from most to least by weight; the four vitamins and minerals come first with amounts) |
| Per serving (2 capsules) | Not disclosed (part of the 635 mg blend) |
| Amount used in research | 3,000+ adults aged 75+ for about 6 years (GEM study) |
| Strength of evidence | Did not prevent dementia |
| Traditional or marketed use | The best-known memory herb |
| Main caution | May raise bleeding risk with warfarin and other blood thinners; may be unsafe in pregnancy. |
Two other blend items carry a strength marker: bacopa (20% bacosides) and green tea (50% EGCG). Ginkgo has none. So the label tells you neither how much ginkgo is inside nor how concentrated the extract is.
The research
Does ginkgo biloba help memory?
Not in a way large studies could confirm. Three large studies found that ginkgo did not reduce the risk of dementia (NCCIH, Ginkgo).
The picture splits by who took it. People who already had dementia may have seen a modest benefit, but those results were inconsistent. For milder memory problems the answer is still unclear.
| Question | What studies found | How firm |
|---|---|---|
| Does it lower the risk of dementia? | No difference from placebo in three large studies, including GEM | Firm no |
| Does it help people who have dementia? | Maybe a modest benefit on symptoms; results disagree | Weak |
| Does it help milder memory problems? | Not enough good evidence either way | Unclear |
| Does Neuro Recall's ginkgo help? | No trial of the formula published | Unknown |
The GEM study
What did the GEM ginkgo study find?
Over 3,000 older adults took ginkgo or a placebo. Years later, dementia rates were the same in both groups.
Interactions
Is ginkgo biloba safe with warfarin and other blood thinners?
Only if your doctor says yes. Ginkgo may raise bleeding risk, and warfarin is the drug named in the research summary (NCCIH, Ginkgo).
Ask the doctor who manages it before you start Neuro Recall. Never stop or change a dose on your own.
Bring the bottle
Show the Supplement Facts panel to your doctor or pharmacist. Ginkgo is the second blend item.
Flag any surgery or dental work
Tell the team you take a ginkgo product and follow their advice on when to pause it.
Watch for unusual bleeding
New bruising, nosebleeds or bleeding gums are reasons to stop the supplement and call your doctor.
More detail is in our article on memory supplements and blood thinners.
Tolerance
What are the side effects of ginkgo biloba?
The reported ones are dizziness, stomach problems and headache (NCCIH, Ginkgo). In Neuro Recall, other blend items can upset the stomach too, so pinning a symptom on ginkgo alone is hard.
Dizziness
Stand up slowly at first. If it keeps happening, stop and talk to your doctor.
Stomach problems
Bacopa and berberine can also cause nausea or cramps, so the culprit may be another item.
Headache
Green tea extract adds some caffeine, which can play a part as well.
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How much ginkgo is in Neuro Recall?
The label does not say. As the second of ten blend items, ginkgo can weigh at most about 317 mg, half of 635 mg, and it could be far less.
Our research source gives no standard dose for memory, so there is nothing firm to compare against. For most buyers, safety with blood thinners is the bigger question.
A proprietary blend lists items from most to least by weight (FDA, Labeling guide). Cinnamon comes first, so ginkgo can match it but never pass it. Two equal shares of 635 mg is about 317 mg each.
Reading ads
How should you read ginkgo memory claims?
With care. Ginkgo is the best-known memory herb, so ads lean on its fame more than on its results.
- No large study backs a "clinically proven" memory claim for ginkgo, and three of them found no effect on dementia risk (NCCIH, Ginkgo)
- Health claims in ads need competent and reliable scientific evidence, and testimonials cannot stand in for it (FTC, Health claims)
- In December 2024 a court ordered a memory supplement maker to stop misleading memory claims (FTC, Prevagen statement)
- Neuro Recall's own label makes no memory promise; its brand panels say "mental clarity and focus" with the FDA statement attached
A fair way to try it: note how you feel for three months, then decide. Stop sooner if you notice any side effect.
Fit
Who should avoid ginkgo biloba?
Pregnant women and anyone on a blood thinner come first. Ginkgo may be unsafe in pregnancy, with reports of early labor and extra bleeding (NCCIH, Ginkgo).
- Anyone pregnant or nursing: the Neuro Recall label already says do not use
- People on warfarin or similar drugs, unless their doctor approves
- Anyone with surgery or dental work coming up
- Anyone under 18
Worried about memory? Get checked first. Low vitamin B12, some medicines, depression and stroke can all cause memory loss (MedlinePlus, Memory loss).
Compare
How does ginkgo compare with other Neuro Recall ingredients?
Ginkgo has the biggest studies in the formula, and they were mostly negative for dementia. Bacopa has smaller trials with small positive changes. Alpha-GPC has only dementia data. Read each profile below.
FAQ
Ginkgo biloba in Neuro Recall: common questions
Is ginkgo biloba a natural blood thinner?
It is not a prescribed blood thinner, but it may raise bleeding risk, especially with warfarin (NCCIH, Ginkgo). That is why anyone on an anticoagulant, or facing surgery, should ask a doctor before taking Neuro Recall or any other ginkgo product.
How long does ginkgo biloba take to work for memory?
No timeline is known, because large studies did not find a clear memory effect. The GEM study followed people for a median of 6 years with no difference from placebo (NCCIH, Ginkgo). If you try it, keep a simple log and stop if side effects appear.
Can ginkgo biloba cause dizziness?
Yes. Dizziness is one of the reported side effects, along with stomach problems and headache (NCCIH, Ginkgo). If you feel dizzy after starting Neuro Recall, stop taking it and tell your doctor, especially if you are older or prone to falls.
Is ginkgo biloba safe during pregnancy?
No, it may be unsafe. Ginkgo has been linked to early labor and extra bleeding during delivery (NCCIH, Ginkgo). The Neuro Recall label also says do not use it if you are pregnant or nursing, so this formula is off the table until after breastfeeding.
Which is better for memory, ginkgo or bacopa?
Bacopa has more positive trials, though they were small and the changes were small (ADDF, Bacopa). Large ginkgo studies found no drop in dementia risk (NCCIH, Ginkgo). Neuro Recall contains both, but neither amount is printed on the label.
Should I stop ginkgo before surgery?
Ask your surgeon. Because ginkgo may raise bleeding risk (NCCIH, Ginkgo), tell the surgical and dental team about Neuro Recall well ahead of time and follow their advice on when to pause it. Keep taking your prescribed medicine unless they tell you otherwise.
Does ginkgo biloba help with brain fog?
There is no good evidence that it does. Ginkgo research focused on memory and dementia, with weak results (NCCIH, Ginkgo). Fuzzy thinking and memory slips have common causes such as low vitamin B12, medicines and depression (MedlinePlus, Memory loss), so a checkup is the better first step.
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