Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death in India and across the world. Correct identification and treatment within the 'golden hour' using clot-busting medicines and/or clot removal techniques can reverse or limit the disability caused by acute stroke. Stroke prevention focusses on lifestyle modification, healthy diet, exercise and elimination/control of risk factors. A number of alternative therapies/treatments have been suggested in literature for prevention of stroke. However, there is NO EVIDENCE that any of these helps in the prevention or treatment of stroke.

Herbal Medicines for Stroke Ginkgo Biloba ( Marathi - Ginko, Jinko) Ginkgo biloba is used both to prevent and treat stroke. It helps to prevent blood clots from developing and increases blood flow to the brain. This herb has also been shown to inhibit free-radical formation. Ginkgo is widely used in Europe…