Ginkgo vs Ashwagandha

for cognition

Stronger evidence: tie

Stronger effect: tie

Safety: Ginkgo has the more serious interaction profile (serious vs moderate).

For cognition, the two are evidence-matched; the difference is in effect and safety.

Ginkgo

grade C low certainty

no reliable benefit for preventing cognitive decline in large trials

Ashwagandha

grade C low certainty

preliminary improvements in memory/executive function; small trials

300–600 mg/day, adults
sources: PMID:00000034 · PMID:42220661