Apr 12, 2011
St. John’s Wort has been used for centuries to heal wounds and calm frayed nerves, but its popularity has increased over the past few years and has become well known as a mild antidepressant. It has become one of the leading herbal remedies in Germany, where it is widely used to help alleviate symptoms of depression. The active chemicals in St. John’s Wort include hypericin, hyperforin, and pseudohypericin, which are thought to give it its antidepressant qualities. Studies suggest that these active chemicals may inhibit the reuptake of the neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. St. John’s Wort has been extensively studied for its effects on other mood disorders such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), menopausal mood swings, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Other laboratory studies revealed certain chemicals found in St. John’s Wort may be effective in lessening the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal and may even reduce nicotine cravings. It is also thought that the active chemicals in St. John’s Wort exhibit antiviral properties by binding to the surfaces of viruses and keeping them from sticking to host cells. In addition to its antidepressant and antiviral characteristics, St. John’s Wort has been traditionally used to heal cuts, scrapes, bruises, burns, and wounds of all kinds with less scarring.
Core St. John’s Wort is a spagyrically processed, easy to absorb liquid tincture that offers all of the medicinal properties of St. John’s Wort. Core St. John’s Wort may be a great complement to any healing strategy addressing mood disorders or when looking to provide neuroendocrine, antiviral, or overall support.
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