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St Johns Wort: The Magic Anti Depressant

November 21, 2013 By Darrell Miller

Johns WortWhat is St Johns Wort

Nature is blessed with various plants and herbs which are known for its impeccable medicinal values. St Johns Wort also known as hypericum perforatum is a yellow flowering herb, and it is renowned all over the world for its anti depressant, anti bacterial and anti viral properties. The use of this magical herb dates back to the age of ancient Greeks and Hippocrates have mentioned the use of these yellow flowers. There are various advantages of St Johns Wort, and some of the most noted ones are mentioned below.

Treatment against Anxiety and Depression

There are strong scientific evidences which proves the efficiency of St Johns Wort in treating mild to moderate depression. This herb contains significant amount of hyperforin and hypericin, and these chemicals enhances the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin which plays a vital role in maintaining the functionality of our nervous system. St Johns Wort will act in the brain cells, and it will provide some sort of well being to the individual, and this peculiarity is the main reason behind the wide spread popularity of this herb.

Other Benefits of St Johns Wort

St Johns Wart can be used in the treatment of depression associated problems like sleeplessness, tiredness, loss of appetite etc. You can also use the same for the treatment of alcoholism and hangovers, as the presence of hyperforin in St Johns Wort is found to be highly helpful in combating these problems.

Sinus Congestion:

St Johns Wart have significant anti viral properties, and this makes it effective in the treatment against sinus congestion and chronic cough.

 

Wounds:

The anti bacterial property of St Johns Wart make it suitable for treating wounds and bruises.

St Johns Wort can’t be relied for severe depression, but this herb will be an ultimate aid if you want to combat slight to moderate depression or anxiety. Scientists have also proved the efficiency of this medicine, and it will surely gain more and more popularity in the future.

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