St. John's Wort Effects & Uses – Natural Medicine | Vera Alvenya

St. John's Wort – solar power for mental balance

Botanical name:

Hypericum perforatum

Description:

St. John's wort is a bright yellow flowering plant native to many parts of Europe. Its leaves and flowers contain valuable compounds such as hypericin and hyperforin, which are said to have mood-enhancing and nerve-strengthening properties. St. John's wort has been used to support mental health since the Middle Ages.

Use in naturopathy:

St. John's wort is traditionally used to promote emotional balance, relieve nervous restlessness, and strengthen mental resilience. It is often recommended in herbal medicine, especially for mild to moderate mood disorders.

Effects:

  • Supports mental balance

  • Contributes to inner peace

  • Traditionally used for nervous restlessness and mild mood swings

  • Promotes sleep quality in cases of stress-related sleep problems

  • Note: St. John's wort may affect the effectiveness of certain medications (e.g., birth control pills, blood thinners, antidepressants). Consultation with a doctor is strongly recommended before use.

Typical applications:

  • As a standardized extract in capsules or tablets

  • In the form of St. John's wort oil for external use

  • As tea or tincture

  • In skin care products for sensitive or irritated skin

A notice:
 This information is based on traditional use and selected scientific sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

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