I've been fascinated with Neurofactor, the clinically studied coffee cherry extract, since I first came across the clinical trials done on it. In two studies done on humans, it's been demonstrated that just 100mg of Neurofactor increases BDNF by nearly 150%. BDNF stands for brain derived neutrophic factor, and is the cognitive enhancing / antidepressant chemical that gets released during exercise, from healthy eating and consumption of stuff like curcumin, green tea, and blueberries. Basically, BDNF is incredibly important for your brain, and so increasing it 150% is a big deal.Ginkgo is a much more researched ingredient, and has shown a lot of benefits ranging from blood flow improvements, to memory enhancement, and also showing BDNF increases (but much less impressive than with the coffee cherry extract). The two ingredients combined should have very nice synergy, and this is a smartly formulated supplement. In my opinion, it could benefit from some additions like fish oil (for the DHA), as well as other more proven cognitive enhancers like bacopa.Effects:Very subtle effects, but I have noticed slightly increased mood and a bit more mental clarity. It seems to help clear up brain fog a bit, and prevents mental fatigue from long demanding tasks. Not everyone will notice benefits from this, but that doesn't mean it isn't benefiting your brain. I also really recommend combining it with regular cardiovascular exercise, even just walking would work.Thoughts:This is a great supplement, and I recommend it just for the 100mg daily dose of Neurofactor alone. Ginkgo is a very cheap and widely available supplement, so it's not a huge addition to this, but the neurofactor is very interesting and the 150% increase in BDNF is quite impressive and very few other supplements have come close to showing that kind of effects. Read more

A converted believer of natural and naturopathic health I think there is much we've ignored, forgotten or taken for granted with respect to our health and diets. I'm adding this to my regimen to see if it aids my cognitive abilities. I'm not too excited about the ginkgo but more so the coffee fruit extract which supports brain functions. Theoretically this combination may positively affect such areas as cognition, alertness, memory and aid depression. Everybody has different biology and just because we combine things in a pill doesn't guarantee it will be as useful as eating the ingredients from and in their natural sources. As Dr. Amen and others teach blood flow through the brain is critical to its proper function. What's in that blood (the nutrients it's carrying) is equally important. While its hard to quantify any specific benefits from this I haven't noticed any negative affects and I've had a few days lately feeling pretty sharp and on my game. Maybe this is a factor. Read more

I've been interested in nootropics for several years.Gingko biloba has long been used for many things from inflammation to brain health, and coffee bean extract has been studies pretty extensively lately for its positive effect on cognitive functions.So to have both of these together in one supplement was of interest to me, but that the supplement comes from Dr Mercola, who has been at the forefront of cognitive health, was reason enough for me to try it.I do not have any cognitive issues other than occasional tip-of-the-tongue syndrome, but I have noticed that answers come a little more quickly when watching Jeopardy - lol. I'm not sure that this supplement is the reason, but it certainly seems as though it has not hurt!I have taken gingko biloba in the past and was somewhat unconvinced that it did anything for me, but I do think that there is something to this combination with coffee bean extract that is noticeable. Read more

I've bought a number of items from the Dr. Mercola brand, and they were all good-quality supplements. This Organic Ginkgo Biloba with Coffee Fruit Extract is no exception. I've tried a few supplements that were supposed to improve my brain function, with varying levels of success. This supplement is supposed to promote the growth of neurons and improve memory and cognition. Ginkgo Biloba, the main ingredient, is proven to be beneficial when it comes to brain function, and coffee is a known stimulant, so this supplement should work as advertised. Have I noticed any improvements in my sharpness and concentration? Possibly, but it is difficult to quantify the results. The product is priced fairly, at less than a dollar per day. Overall, this is a high-quality supplement that is worth a try. I recommend it. Read more

Cost is 83 cents per day. Take only 1. Only 30 capsules and a huge piece of cotton in the bottom half of the small bottle.Small brown glass bottle with easy of black lidPlastic tamper resistant band with a foam and foil seal for freshness and safety.I noticed this has coffee fruit - 100mg. So, I'm not going to try it because my doctor has forbidden me to have caffeine.Read the label to ensure you can have the ingredientsMercola is dedicated to bringing a very high quality product in a method that is highly accessible to most body systems - I've followed his ideas for a long while and have found his products to be above excellent quality. But the price is often much more than more general quality. Read more

I have a glaucoma and a macular hole. I take Ginkgo Biloba as it's believed to support eye health and vision. I had Lasik some years back and sometimes my eyes would get very dry but when I started to take Ginkgo Biloba I no longer have this issue. I have come to trust Dr. Mercola products and the confidence they have by providing a money back guarantee. Read more

When I started taking Ginkgo, I found that it helped with my adaptation to altitude for skiing and mountain hiking. Of course, it is a blood thinner, and should be used carefully. I also found that it helped to alleviate my allergies. I do not know about claims for better brain function. These capsules are a reasonable size and are easy to swallow. Read more