How does PRP complex compare with Ginkgo biloba for neuroprotection?
A. Gingko biloba, extracted from the leaves of the maiden hair tree, targets circulation. Ginkgo is primarily used to increase the blood supply to the brain by dilating blood vessels, reducing blood viscosity, modifying acetylcholine, and reducing the density of free radicals (oxidative stress). Ginkgo’s influence on acetylcholine positions this herb as beneficial for the older individual experiencing declining acetylcholine levels. Gingko’s inhibition of the platelet-activating factor may be an issue if used in conjunction with certain anti-platelet agents. In contrast, PRP complex does not directly influence acetylcholine. Rather, PRP complex protects the structures responsible for synthesis of acetylcholine and other neurotransmitters.
