St. John's Wort

what is St. John's Wort?

St. John's Wort is a shrubby plant with cluster of yellow flower that have elongated petals.it is believe that this herbs is native to Europe, parts o Asia and Africa.
this herbs were name St. John's Wort because this herbs often bloom around June 24,which is traditionally celebrated as the birthday of john the baptist.
the part of St. John's Wort that being used in medicine are both of the flower and leaves.
did you know that St. John's Wort is one of the common herbs that being purchased in the united states.

benefits of St. John's Wort

1) depression

• the is good proof that St. John's Wort can reduce symptoms in people with mild to moderate depression but not for severe depression.
• this herbs contain numerous compound  with active biological activity but at this time the active antidepressant principle have not been identified.

2)premenstrual syndrome(PMS)

• one study show that this herbs can reduce 50% of the symptom severity.research believes that St. John's Wort can relive physical emotional symptom of PMS

3)wounds & minor burns

• St. John's Wort have antibacterial properties that can be used to fight inflammation. you can apply this herbs topically so that it can relive symptoms associate with minor wounds and skin irritation.

4)menopause

• there is some evidence that this herbs combine with Black Cohosh can helps improve mood and anxiety during menopause.

precaution when taking this herbs

• this herbs is often used to treats depression however if your depression causing problem in yuur daily life or you always thinking about suicide, you need to see doctor immediately because St. John's Wort should be used to treat severe depression
• do not take this herbs if you have bipolar disorder.there is major concern regarding people who have major depression taking St. John's Wort. because if they take St. John's Wort it may increase the risk for mania.
• pregnant, breastfeeding and women who trying to pregnant should not take St. John's Wort
• as usual you should take this herbs under the supervision of health care provider because it can trigger side effect and can interact with other herbs,supplements or medication.