St John's Wort
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Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Clusiaceae
Genus: Hypericum
Species: H. perforatum
St John's Wort is one of the best investigated medicinal plants. It has a combination of elements; foremost among them is “hypericin”. It reacts with specific chemicals in the brain to temper emotional discomfort, lift depression, and calm the nerves. St John's Wort is used to relax and soothe the psyche with minimal side effects. It is widely used as a herbal remedy for depression.
It is found to be very beneficial in healing wounds and is especially good for dirty, septic wounds. St Johns Wort has been used in case of putrid leg ulcers, that noting heals. Like the leach that was used not too many years ago for wound cleansing it does not destroy the healthy tissues and healthy cells but it cleans the dirt out of septic wounds. It helps reduce the inflammation in septic sores, in boils, in cellulite and lymhangitis.
- It promotes restful sleep.
- It improves capillary circulation.
- St John's Wort relieves mild to moderate depression and anxiety.
- It increases cardiac circulation.
- It eases gastrointestinal distress.
- It relieves discomfort associated with premenstrual syndrome.
- It fights retroviruses.
Dietary supplement. Standardized to 0.3% Hypericin supports a positive mental outlook. Source Naturals St. John's Wort Extract is standardized to consistently supply 0.3% hypericin. A daily intake of St. John's Wort, standardized to 2.7 mg of hypericin, may support a positive outlook and mood. Benefits may be experienced within 4 to 6 weeks of initial use. Note: Natural plant variation may affect tablet color. Suitable for vegetarians and Hypoallergenic: Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease).
