The scientific studies to support our claims are published in the following peer review journals:
Study: Triple-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Ginkgo biloba extract on sexual desire in postmenopausal women
What the study looked at:
Researchers wanted to find out if Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) could help boost sexual desire in postmenopausal women, a time when many experience a drop in libido.
How the study worked:
- 80 healthy women took part in this triple-blind (very rigorous) study.
- Half took 120–240 mg/day of Ginkgo biloba extract, and the other half took a placebo, for 30 days.
- Sexual desire was measured using a standard questionnaire (SSRS) before and after the month of treatment.
What they found:
Women who took Ginkgo biloba had a significant increase in sexual desire compared to those who took the placebo.
The difference between the two groups was statistically meaningful (P = 0.02), suggesting the improvement wasn’t due to chance.
What it means:
This study suggests that Ginkgo biloba extract may help restore sexual desire in menopausal women, offering a natural support option for changes in libido during this life stage.
Study: A systematic review of clinical trials on Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) effectiveness on sexual function and its safety
What the study looked at:
Researchers reviewed the existing scientific evidence to see if Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) is effective and safe for treating sexual dysfunction in both men and women.
How they did it:
- They searched multiple medical databases for studies up to March 2020.
- Out of 156 studies, only 5 high-quality randomised controlled trials (with 475 participants) met the strict criteria for inclusion.
- These trials focused on people with sexual dysfunction, both postmenopausal women and individuals taking antidepressants.
What they found:
- Ginkgo biloba may improve sexual function in postmenopausal women.
- However, no benefit was seen in people experiencing sexual dysfunction due to antidepressant use.
- Some participants reported mild side effects such as headaches and digestive upset.
What it means:
This review suggests that Ginkgo biloba might help some women—especially postmenopausal women—with sexual function. However, its benefits are limited, and more research is needed to fully understand who it helps and how well it works.
Study: The impact of Ginkgo biloba tablet and aromatherapy inhaler combination on sexual function in females during postmenopausal period: a double-blind randomised controlled trial.
What was the study about?
This research looked at whether Ginkgo biloba tablets and/or an aromatherapy blend (lavender, fennel, geranium, and rose oils) could help improve sexual function in postmenopausal women.
How the study worked:
- 180 postmenopausal women (aged 45–55) took part.
- They were split into 3 groups:
- Ginkgo biloba tablet + placebo aroma
- Aromatherapy oil blend + placebo tablet
- Placebo for both
- The treatments were used 3 times daily for 6 weeks.
- Women filled out a validated questionnaire (FSFI) measuring aspects of their sexual function.
What did it find?
- Both the Ginkgo and aromatherapy groups showed clear improvement in overall sexual function compared to placebo.
- This included better scores for desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, and satisfaction.
- The only area where there wasn’t a big change was pain during sex.
- The placebo group showed much smaller improvement.
What does it mean?
- Taking Ginkgo biloba or using a calming aromatherapy oil blend may help improve sexual wellbeing in postmenopausal women.
- This could offer a natural support option for those experiencing changes in sexual health during menopause.
