Is ginkgo poisonous? What are the functions of ginkgo?

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1. Is it toxic 

2. Function

Although ginkgo has high nutritional value and contains a variety of trace elements and vitamins that are beneficial to human health, this does not mean that it is non-toxic. It's safe to say it's poisonous. The hydrocyanic acid contained in it is poisonous, and the most toxic part is the green embryo. When eating, you must pay attention to cooked food, and it is strictly forbidden to eat raw. In addition, pay attention to the amount of food consumed and do not overdose.

1. Is it toxic 

Ginkgo has high nutritional value and contains ginkgol, ginkgolic acid, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and other trace elements and vitamins that are beneficial to human health. However, it does not mean that it is non-toxic. It is slightly toxic and contains hydrocyanic acid. The green embryo is the most toxic. Therefore, you must pay attention when eating. It must be cooked and raw food is strictly prohibited. Also, pay attention to the amount you consume.

2. Function

1. Prevent and treat coronary heart disease: It contains a variety of trace elements and anti-platelet factors, which can prevent blood coagulation, improve blood flow, and avoid the formation of thrombosis. In addition, it can also prevent myocardial infarction and improve people's immunity.

2. Beauty and beauty: Ginkgo has antioxidant effects. Can remove free radicals from the body. In addition, the flavonoids contained in it can also prevent and treat melanin deposition in the body, thereby whitening and preventing spots. In addition, it can prevent wrinkles, improve blood circulation in the skin, speed up metabolism, and help the skin regain elasticity and rosiness faster.

3. Treat cataracts: It contains a variety of trace elements. Patients with cataracts can eat it regularly and it has a good therapeutic effect. Because the ingredients such as ginkgolic acid, lipid sterols, and carbon polysaccharides have antioxidant effects and can also protect blood vessels.

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