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St. John’s wort – Mayo Clinic

Overview

St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a flowering shrub native to Europe. It gets its name from the fact that it often blooms on the birthday of the biblical John the Baptist.

The flowers and leaves of St. John’s wort contain active ingredients such as hyperforin. St. John’s wort is available as a supplement in teas, tablets, liquids and topical preparations.

People use St. John’s wort to treat depression and menopausal symptoms.

Evidence

Research on St. John’s wort use for specific conditions shows:

  • Depression. Several studies support the therapeutic benefit of St. John’s wort in treating mild to moderate depression. In fact, some research has shown the supplement to be as effective as several prescription antidepressants. It’s unclear whether it’s beneficial in the treatment of severe depression. Because St. John’s wort interacts with many medications, it might not be an appropriate choice, particularly if you take any prescription drugs.
  • Menopausal symptoms. Some evidence suggests that taking St. John’s wort alone or in combination with black cohosh or other herbs might reduce menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes.
  • Somatic symptom disorder. Some studies indicate that St. John’s wort might be beneficial for the treatment of this condition that causes severe anxiety about physical symptoms such as pain, weakness or shortness of breath.

Our take

Caution

St. John’s wort can be effective for treating mild to moderate depression. However, the supplement interacts with many medications and can cause serious side effects. Consult with your doctor before taking St. John’s wort if you take any other medications.

Safety and side effects

When taken orally for up to 12 weeks in appropriate doses, St. John’s wort is generally considered safe. However, it may cause:

  • Agitation and anxiety
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea, constipation and stomach discomfort
  • Dry mouth

Other side effects may include:

  • Fatigue and insomnia
  • Headache
  • Increased sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity)

There isn’t enough information about the safety of using St. John’s wort topically.

Don’t use St. John’s wort during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Interactions

The list below includes some recognized interactions. However, other drugs may also interact with St. John’s wort. Check with your doctor before using St. John’s wort in combination with any other drugs, especially prescription medications.

  • Alprazolam (Xanax). Taking St. John’s wort with this drug used to relieve symptoms of anxiety might decrease the drug’s effect.
  • Antidepressants. Taking St. John’s wort with antidepressants might increase the risk of the accumulation of high levels of serotonin in your body. Too much serotonin can cause mild to severe side effects. Taking this supplement and an antidepressant requires a doctor’s supervision.
  • Barbiturates. Taking St. John’s wort with a drug that acts as a central nervous system depressant (barbiturate) might decrease barbiturate-induced sleep time.
  • Bupropion (Wellbutrin SR, Forfivo XL). Taking St. John’s wort with this antidepressant might decrease the drug’s effect.
  • Certain chemotherapy drugs. Taking St. John’s wort with irinotecan (Camptosar, Onivyde), docetaxel (Taxotere) or imatinib (Gleevec) might reduce the chemotherapy drug’s effects.
  • Certain immunosuppressive drugs. Taking St. John’s wort with tacrolimus (Prograf, Astagraf XL, others) or cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune, others) might decrease the drug’s effect.
  • Certain statins. Taking St. John’s wort with simvastatin (Zocor, Flolipid) might reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
  • Contraceptive drugs. Use of St. John’s wort with contraceptive drugs might result in breakthrough bleeding, irregular bleeding or unplanned pregnancy. An additional or alternative form of birth control might be needed.
  • Cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2), Cytochrome P450 2B6 (CYP2B6), Cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19) and cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) and cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrates. Don’t take St. John’s wort if you’re taking a drug affected by these enzymes.
  • Dextromethorphan. Taking St. John’s wort with this cough suppressant might increase the risk of the accumulation of high levels of serotonin in your body.
  • Digoxin (Lanoxin). Taking St. John’s wort with this heart medication can reduce the drug’s effect.
  • Fexofenadine (Allegra Allergy). Taking St. John’s wort with this antihistamine might cause too much of the drug to build up in your body, worsening usual side effects.
  • Ketamine (Ketalar). Taking St. John’s wort with ketamine might reduce the drug’s anesthetic effect.
  • Narcotics. Don’t take St. John’s wort with methadone (Methadose). Taking St. John’s wort with certain narcotics might reduce the drug’s effectiveness. Combining the supplement with narcotics might also increase narcotic-induced sleep time and painkilling effects.
  • Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Taking St. John’s wort with one of these anti-HIV drugs could reduce the drug’s effect.
  • Omeprazole (Prilosec). Don’t take St. John’s wort with this drug used to treat persistent heartburn. The supplement can reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
  • Phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek). Taking St. John’s wort with this anticonvulsant might result in loss of seizure control.
  • Photosensitizing drugs. Taking St. John’s wort with a drug that increases sensitivity to sunlight might increase the risk of a reaction.
  • Protease inhibitors. Taking St. John’s wort with this type of antiviral drug can reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
  • Triptans. Don’t take St. John’s wort with these medications used to treat migraines. The supplement might increase the risk of the accumulation of high levels of serotonin in your body. Too much serotonin can cause mild to severe side effects.
  • Voriconazole. Taking St. John’s wort with this antifungal drug might reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
  • Warfarin (Jantoven). Taking St. John’s wort with this drug taken to reduce blood clotting might decrease the drug’s effect.

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Health Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Dose & Precautions

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Cott, J. M. In vitro receptor binding and enzyme inhibition by Hypericum perforatum extract. Pharmacopsychiatry 1997;30 Suppl 2:108-112. View abstract.

Couldwell, W. T., Gopalakrishna, R., Hinton, D. R., He, S., Weiss, M. H., Law, R. E., Apuzzo, M. L., and Law, R. E. Hypericin: a potential antiglioma therapy. Neurosurgery 1994;35(4):705-710. View abstract.

Couldwell, W. T., Surnock, A. A., Tobia, A. J., Cabana, B. E., Stillerman, C. B., Forsyth, P. A., Appley, A. J., Spence, A. M., Hinton, D. R., and Chen, T. C. A phase 1/2 study of orally administered synthetic hypericin for treatment of recurrent malignant gliomas. Cancer 11-1-2011;117(21):4905-4915. View abstract.

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Degar, S., Prince, A. M., Pascual, D., Lavie, G., Levin, B., Mazur, Y., Lavie, D., Ehrlich, L. S., Carter, C., and Meruelo, D. Inactivation of the human immunodeficiency virus by hypericin: evidence for photochemical alterations of p24 and a block in uncoating. AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses 1992;8(11):1929-1936. View abstract.

Demiroglu, Y. Z., Yeter, T. T., Boga, C., Ozdogu, H., Kizilkilic, E., Bal, N., Tuncer, I., and Arslan, H. Bone marrow necrosis: a rare complication of herbal treatment with Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s wort). Acta Medica.(Hradec.Kralove) 2005;48(2):91-94. View abstract.

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Di Carlo, G., Nuzzo, I., Capasso, R., Sanges, M. R., Galdiero, E., Capasso, F., and Carratelli, C. R. Modulation of apoptosis in mice treated with Echinacea and St. John’s wort. Pharmacol Res 2003;48(3):273-277. View abstract.

Di, Matteo, V, Di Giovanni, G., Di Mascio, M., and Esposito, E. Effect of acute administration of hypericum perforatum-CO2 extract on dopamine and serotonin release in the rat central nervous system. Pharmacopsychiatry 2000;33(1):14-18. View abstract.

Dona, M., Dell’Aica, I., Pezzato, E., Sartor, L., Calabrese, F., Della, Barbera M., Donella-Deana, A., Appendino, G., Borsarini, A., Caniato, R., and Garbisa, S. Hyperforin inhibits cancer invasion and metastasis. Cancer Res 9-1-2004;64(17):6225-6232. View abstract.

Etogo-Asse, F., Boemer, F., Sempoux, C., and Geubel, A. Acute hepatitis with prolonged cholestasis and disappearance of interlobular bile ducts following tibolone and Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s wort). Case of drug interaction? Acta Gastroenterol.Belg. 2008;71(1):36-38. View abstract.

Fava, M., Alpert, J., Nierenberg, A. A., Mischoulon, D., Otto, M. W., Zajecka, J., Murck, H., and Rosenbaum, J. F. A Double-blind, randomized trial of St John’s wort, fluoxetine, and placebo in major depressive disorder. J.Clin.Psychopharmacol. 2005;25(5):441-447. View abstract.

Feisst, C. and Werz, O. Suppression of receptor-mediated Ca2+ mobilization and functional leukocyte responses by hyperforin. Biochem Pharmacol 4-15-2004;67(8):1531-1539. View abstract.

Gastpar, M., Singer, A., and Zeller, K. Comparative efficacy and safety of a once-daily dosage of hypericum extract STW3-VI and citalopram in patients with moderate depression: a double-blind, randomised, multicentre, placebo-controlled study. Pharmacopsychiatry 2006;39(2):66-75. View abstract.

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Gobbi, M., Moia, M., Funicello, M., Riva, A., Morazzoni, P., and Mennini, T. In vitro effects of the dicyclohexylammonium salt of hyperforin on interleukin-6 release in different experimental models. Planta Med 2004;70(7):680-682. View abstract.

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Hicks, S. M., Walker, A. F., Gallagher, J., Middleton, R. W., and Wright, J. The significance of “nonsignificance” in randomized controlled studies: a discussion inspired by a double-blinded study on St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum L.) for premenstrual symptoms. J.Altern.Complement Med. 2004;10(6):925-932. View abstract.

Hostanska, K., Reichling, J., Bommer, S., Weber, M., and Saller, R. Hyperforin a constituent of St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum L.) extract induces apoptosis by triggering activation of caspases and with hypericin synergistically exerts cytotoxicity towards human malignant cell lines. Eur.J Pharm Biopharm. 2003;56(1):121-132. View abstract.

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Hudson, J. B., Lopez-Bazzocchi, I., and Towers, G. H. Antiviral activities of hypericin. Antiviral Res 1991;15(2):101-112. View abstract.

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Kasper, S. Treatment of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with hypericum extract. Pharmacopsychiatry 1997;30 Suppl 2:89-93. View abstract.

Kasper, S., Gastpar, M., Moller, H. J., Muller, W. E., Volz, H. P., Dienel, A., and Kieser, M. Better tolerability of St. John’s wort extract WS 5570 compared to treatment with SSRIs: a reanalysis of data from controlled clinical trials in acute major depression. Int.Clin.Psychopharmacol. 2010;25(4):204-213. View abstract.

Kasper, S., Volz, H. P., Moller, H. J., Dienel, A., and Kieser, M. Continuation and long-term maintenance treatment with Hypericum extract WS 5570 after recovery from an acute episode of moderate depression–a double-blind, randomized, placebo controlled long-term trial. Eur.Neuropsychopharmacol. 2008;18(11):803-813. View abstract.

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Benefits, Side Effects & More

If you surf the web or read your local newspaper, you’ve probably seen something about herbal supplements, such as St. John’s wort, and their role in treating depression. Although dozens of people swear by it, St. John’s wort is still considered an alternative therapy by many experts.

St. John’s Wort

A wild yellow flower regarded as a weed throughout most of the United States, St. John’s wort has been used for medical purposes in other parts of the world for thousands of years. Named for St. John the Baptist (because it blooms around the day of his feast), St. John’s wort is continually being studied to try to demonstrate its alleged benefits.

According to several of these studies, St. John’s wort may be more effective than a placebo (sugar pill), and as effective as prescription antidepressants, in treating mild depression. Two studies in the United States found that St. John’s wort was no better than a placebo for treating moderate to severe depression.

The true benefits of St. John’s wort are still being explored. If you do choose to use it, however, here is some information you’ll need to know.

How do I take St. John’s wort?

Preparations in the U.S. have different amounts of active ingredient, so be careful to note how much you’re getting in your tablets. Depending on the preparation, St. John’s wort can be taken in any of the following ways:

  • 300 mg three times a day for up to six weeks;
  • 250 mg twice a day for six weeks;
  • 300 to 600 mg three times a day for six weeks;
  • 350 mg three times a day for eight weeks;
  • 300 to 600 mg three times a day for up to 26 weeks;
  • 400 mg twice a day for six weeks.

What are the potential benefits of using St. John’s wort?

  • Reduction in symptoms of depression
  • Reduction in menopausal symptoms
  • Assistance with wound healing (when applied to the skin as a lotion)

What should I watch out for if I use St. John’s wort?

  • Increased sensitivity to the sun, especially if you are fair-skinned and taking large doses
  • Increase in blood pressure

Do not take St. John’s wort during pregnancy or while you are breastfeeding.

St. John’s wort has been associated with very serious and potentially dangerous interactions with many common drugs. St. John’s wort can weaken how well other drugs work, including antidepressants, birth control pills, cyclosporine (an anti-rejection drug), digoxin (a heart drug), HIV drugs, cancer medications, and blood thinners such as Coumadin.

Taking St. John’s wort with antidepressants can cause a dangerous increase in levels of serotonin, a hormone that affects mood. This condition is known as serotonin syndrome.

Always tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking St. John’s wort or any other herbal product. St. John’s wort should not be used in place of standard antidepressants.

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What is St. John’s wort?

St. John’s wort ( Hypericum perforatum) is a plant with yellow flowers that people in European countries have used for centuries to treat mild to moderate depression. In the United States, it is sold as a dietary supplement and can be found at health food stores and pharmacies.

What is St. John’s wort used for?

St. John’s wort is used in the short-term treatment of mild to moderate depression.

It may take up to 2 to 3 weeks for St. John’s wort to improve depressive symptoms. Not all preparations of St. John’s wort are the same. A standardized form means the amount of St. John’s wort is the same in every capsule.

Is St. John’s wort safe?

St. John’s wort causes fewer side effects (such as digestive discomfort or headaches) than antidepressant medicines, although it may cause a rash with sun exposure.

St. John’s wort may interact with medicines used to treat some other illnesses, such as AIDS. It is important to let your doctor or pharmacist know if you want to try St. John’s wort so that he or she can determine whether it might interfere with other medicines you are taking.

  • Do not take St. John’s wort while you are taking other antidepressants. You may overmedicate yourself, resulting in serious negative side effects. Always talk with your doctor before you take any herbal remedies to treat depression or other conditions.
  • Do not take St. John’s wort while you are taking protease inhibitors (PIs) or nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) for the treatment of HIV infection.
  • Do not take St. John’s wort while you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate dietary supplements in the same way it regulates medicines. A dietary supplement can be sold with limited or no research on how well it works.

Always tell your doctor if you are using a dietary supplement or if you are thinking about combining a dietary supplement with your conventional medical treatment. It may not be safe to forgo your conventional medical treatment and rely only on a dietary supplement. This is especially important for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

When using dietary supplements, keep in mind the following:

  • Like conventional medicines, dietary supplements may cause side effects, trigger allergic reactions, or interact with prescription and nonprescription medicines or other supplements you are taking. A side effect or interaction with another medicine or supplement may make other health conditions worse.
  • Dietary supplements may not be standardized in their manufacturing. This means that how well they work or any side effects they cause may differ among brands or even within different lots of the same brand. The form you buy in health food or grocery stores may not be the same as the form used in research.
  • The long-term effects of most dietary supplements, other than vitamins and minerals, are not known. Many dietary supplements are not used long-term.

References

Other Works Consulted

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  • Szegedi A, et al. (2005). Acute treatment of moderate to severe depression with hypericum extract WS 5570 (St. John’s wort): Randomised controlled double blind non-inferiority trial versus paroxetine. BMJ, 330(7490): 503–508.

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Benefits, side effects, and its many interactions

St. John’s wort is a plant with yellow flowers that grows in a range of climates in the United States and Europe. Also known as hypericum perforatum or klamath weed, ancient Greeks used the plant to treat a range of ailments, from animal bites to depression. Its modern-day benefits fall within similar realms, but its scientific efficacy and safety remain largely unproven within the medical community. The potential side effects aren’t widely understood.

St. John’s wort primarily works through hypericin and hyperforin, the two biologically active compounds in the supplement that have been shown to have significant medical properties. “As in any plant, there are many other chemicals present, including flavonoids (quercetin, rutin, luteolin) and tannins, which may have independent health benefits,” says Harrison Weed, MD, an internal medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

What does St. John’s wort do? Uses and benefits

St. John’s wort is a natural remedy often sold in tablet or capsule format or as an ingredient in a variety of wellness supplements and teas. The most common ailments St. John’s wort treats are:

  • Mild depression
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Inflammatory diseases
  • Minor cuts and burns

As a supplement, it’s not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or approved to treat any of these conditions. Though, there is some research indicating its effectiveness.

Mild depression

Of the known usages for St. John’s wort, depression is the most widely studied and the most commonly cited. “Patients with mild depression have been shown to benefit significantly more than placebo and [St. John’s wort is] as effective as standard antidepressants,” says Erin Nance, MD, a New York City–based orthopedic surgeon, citing the Cochrane Review’s systematic review on the subject, which is considered to be one of the most comprehensive. While the clinical trials for treating mild depression indicate positive results, when it comes to treating moderate depression, major depressive disorder, severe depression, or bipolar disorder, St. John’s wort is not a recommended treatment.

The hyperforin found in St. John’s wort acts on chemical messengers in the brain that can affect mood to treat mild depression, similar to the way selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) work. “Hypericin used to be thought of as the active ingredient with regard to treating depression,” explains Dr. Weed. “Currently it is thought that hyperforin is the active ingredient through effects on neurotransmitters in the brain similar to the effects of prescription antidepressants.”

Menopausal symptoms

When it comes to treating menopausal symptoms, the herbal supplement has been demonstrated to be effective at treating psychological symptoms related to menopause, such as sadness, anxiety, and stress, as well as physical symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. While the findings are statistically significant when St. John’s wort is taken alone, when taken alongside black cohosh, a flowering herb, the research is even more compelling.

St. John’s wort’s ability to treat psychological menopausal symptoms is thought to act similarly to its ability to treat mild depression and seasonal affective disorder, while its effects on physical symptoms such as hot flashes are less widely studied and understood. Because of the way St. John’s wort affects the brain’s serotonin levels, it may also be effective in treating premenstrual syndrome. 

Inflammatory diseases

While this application of St. John’s wort is not as widely studied as others, the supplement has been shown to act as an anti-inflammatory agent in mice and rats by limiting the expression of inflammatory agents in the body. 

A concert of extracts from St. John’s wort extract work together to decrease the activity of or decrease the production of certain inflammatory agents. 

Minor cuts and burns

According to Dr. Nance, the herbal supplement is also sometimes used as an antibacterial treatment for minor cuts and burns. While there are plenty of topical St. John’s wort products on the market, studies indicate that oral formulations have a more positive impact on wound healing than topical treatments containing St. John’s wort.

St. John’s wort is believed to be successful in treating small wounds due to hyperforin, the main antibacterial component in the herbal supplement. Hyperforin acts to slow the growth of certain types of microorganisms that are present within cuts and wounds. Further studies indicate that the hypericin in St. John’s wort could be effective in inactivating certain types of viruses.

Dosages

A common St. John’s wort dosage ranges from 300 mg to 900 mg a day taken in divided doses. It’s important to consult your doctor about the right dosage for you; he or she will consider other medications you are taking and your medical history. St. John’s wort is classified as a dietary supplement, meaning it, like other natural medicines, is not monitored by the FDA. It’s important to do some research to find a quality product to treat your condition. Try to avoid purchasing the supplement from another country when buying online.

When taking St. John’s wort to treat mild symptoms of depression, allow a few weeks for the hyperforin within the supplement to have an effect on neurotransmitters, similar to prescription antidepressant drugs. “It usually takes a few weeks for neurotransmitter-altering medications to have an impact on mood,” says Weed. Also, like any antidepressant, when you stop taking St. John’s wort, you should taper it slowly, rather than abruptly stopping it. Your healthcare provider can advise you on an appropriate tapering schedule. 

The long-term effects of St. John’s wort are less widely studied. Because of this, most health experts will recommend limiting its use to no more than six months. “Because there are many different compounds in St. John’s wort, each with its own half-life, and because the metabolism of each person is different, one should probably assume that the effects of St. John’s wort ‘stay’ in a person’s ‘system’ for a few weeks,” Dr. Weed adds.

St. John’s wort side effects

The most common side effects of taking St. John’s wort include:

  • Abdominal bloating
  • Anorgasmia (difficulty reaching orgasm)
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness/confusion
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache 
  • Hypertension (increased blood pressure)
  • Nausea
  • Photosensitivity (skin redness/rash/burn with sun exposure)
  • Tiredness/sedation
  • Urinary frequency (increased)
  • Vivid dreams

In addition to these adverse reactions, St. John’s wort can cause a life-threatening reaction, called serotonin syndrome, when taken with some medications. Serotonin syndrome can occur due to the buildup of too much serotonin. Its symptoms include: agitation, hyperthermia (overheating), sweating, tachycardia (fast heartbeat), and neuromuscular disturbances, including rigidity. You should seek medical help immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Interactions

Because St. John’s wort has so many interactions with over-the-counter and prescription drugs, it’s important to check with your healthcare provider to see if it’s safe for you. “St. John’s Wort is known to have interactions with multiple medications due to its effect on enzymatic breakdown of other medications,” says Dr. Nance. 

It’s crucial to have a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist before beginning a St. John’s wort regimen because of its potential for drug-drug interactions. Some medical professionals believe that the risks outweigh the potential benefits, including Dr. Weed. “Treatment failures caused by St. John’s wort have been reported for anticoagulation, HIV, fungal infections, glaucoma, transplanted organs, heart arrhythmias, and contraception,” he says. “The more you take, the more adverse the effects.”

The following drugs may not be as effective when taken with St. John’s wort:

The following drugs can cause life-threatening serotonin syndrome when taken with St. John’s wort:

  • Fluoxetine (Prozac)
  • Sertraline (Zoloft)
  • All selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRIs) and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
  • Triptans (a class of medications used for migraine, such as Imitrex, or sumatriptan) 

When St. John’s wort is taken with fexofenadine (Allegra), it may cause buildup and intensify normal side effects.

The above list is not a comprehensive list of drug interactions, but provides some examples. Be sure to consult with your healthcare provider to ensure St. John’s wort is appropriate and safe to take with any other medications (prescription and over-the-counter, including other supplements) you currently use. 

3 considerations before taking St. John’s wort

St. John’s wort has been used for hundreds of years as an alternative medicine by a variety of cultures to treat ailments ranging from anxiety and depressive symptoms to wound and burn care. Determining whether the herbal medicine is right for you requires a few considerations.

  1. The condition you want to treat: St. John’s wort is most promising for treating mild depression, menopausal symptoms, and minor cuts and burns. Treating major depression or serious wounds requires a different approach than St. John’s wort. Additionally, it’s not commonly recommended to treat depression without a doctor’s involvement, so seek a medical opinion you respect before beginning your own St. John’s wort regimen for these purposes.
  2. How long you anticipate taking the supplement: Because long-term consequences of taking St. John’s wort aren’t widely studied, it’s recommended to treat conditions that can be resolved within six months
  3. Adverse effects and interactions: Consider the side effects and drug interactions of St. John’s wort before taking the herbal supplement. 

No matter how you’ll use it, never begin treatment with St. John’s wort without consulting a healthcare provider, as many serious interactions can occur.

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MOSCOW, December 28 – RIA Novosti. St. John’s wort is a plant species of the St. John’s wort family that has many medicinal properties. About the benefits and harms – in the material RIA Novosti.

Medicinal properties of St. John’s wort

This plant is considered one of the most popular in herbal medicine and has been known for a long time. It is used both fresh and dried, added to tea, and made into infusions, tinctures or decoctions. St. John’s wort herb can normalize metabolic processes in the body, have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, diuretic, hemostatic, analgesic, wound healing, choleretic effect.St. John’s wort helps with gastrointestinal diseases such as gastritis, stomach and duodenal ulcers, enterocolitis, diarrhea and hemorrhoids. It also tones the body, promotes recovery from illness and wound healing by stimulating cell growth. The herb is especially known for its antidepressant and anti-anxiety natural properties that fight insomnia, including helping to cope with stress more easily.

Its components slow down the aging of the body, maintain eye health, improve skin condition and strengthen the cardiovascular system.

The composition of St. John’s wort

St. John’s wort has a unique composition, which includes iron, zinc, manganese, potassium, selenium, copper, as well as vitamins A, C, E, P. In addition, the plant is rich in tannins and resinous substances, essential oils , flavonoids, carotenoids, anthocyanins, choline, retinol, ascorbic and niacin.

Indications of St. John’s wort

In medicine, the herb St. John’s wort is used to treat reactive and endogenous depression, anxiety and sleep disorders.Thanks to the B vitamins, the plant has a sedative effect, improves the functioning of the nervous system, while hypericin in its composition increases the level of dopamine. The beneficial properties of St. John’s wort are recommended for the treatment of microbial infections, various skin lesions, including burns. The analgesic effect helps to relieve discomfort in case of joint diseases, as well as in case of digestive problems. St. John’s wort for men increases endurance, relieves stress, strengthens joints.

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Decoctions and herbal infusions can remove excess fluid from the body, normalize the outflow of bile from the liver, and are able to fight parasites.The plant is effective against lesions of the digestive tract, has an expectorant effect, is used for colds and SARS.

In addition, the medicinal properties of St. John’s wort are to relieve puffiness, improve blood flow. Plant-based preparations are used externally in the treatment of abscesses, phlegmon, infected wounds.

“St. John’s wort is a very useful plant,” nutritionist Veronika Khovanskaya told RIA Novosti. “It strengthens the immune system, is a natural antibiotic, protects the urinary system, and reduces nervous excitement.It has a beneficial effect on the female body, helping to normalize the menstrual cycle and relieve pain. “

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Contraindications St. John’s wort

Among the side effects, the state of photosensitivity is distinguished, when the skin becomes too sensitive to ultraviolet light.The plant can also provoke mania in people with bipolar disorder and increase anxiety due to its tonic effect. St. John’s wort is contraindicated during pregnancy and during breastfeeding, in children under 12 years of age. It is not worth using it for those who suffer from hypertension, have undergone organ or tissue transplantation. May cause allergies – skin rashes, itching, headaches, diarrhea, constipation, anemia. Not recommended for people with HIV.

“St. John’s wort has many contraindications, it cannot be combined with a large number of drugs.For example, with antibiotics, antidepressants, contraceptives, antiepileptic and some heart medications, “the nutritionist emphasized.

Due to the large number of side effects and contraindications, the plant should be used only after consulting a doctor.

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Ways of using St. John’s wort

One of the most popular forms of release is St. John’s wort tincture.It helps to remove inflammation in the oral cavity with gingivitis and stomatitis and is used for gargling, including the throat during colds. She can also treat wounds to disinfect them. The infusion is used for pain in the body, digestive problems, improves sleep and the general condition of the body. St. John’s wort is brewed like this: 3 tbsp. pour spoons with one glass of boiling water and let it brew in the heat for at least two hours.

A decoction of the plant is made by boiling raw materials in boiling water for at least 30 minutes.It is useful for rubbing the skin to slow down its aging, or for spraying hair. When taken internally, it will help manage anxiety. St. John’s wort tea will be useful before bedtime, relieve fatigue, tension, nervous excitement.

Effect on the body

Once inside a person, St. John’s wort has an anti-inflammatory, restorative, regenerating, detoxifying effect, destroys bacteria and microbes, has a beneficial effect on the nervous system.

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Amazing properties of St. John’s wort for tanning. The use of St. John’s wort to enhance tanning

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St. John’s wort is a medicinal plant, which contains flavonoids, tannins and dyes, vitamins PP and P, ascorbic acid, resins, essential oil, trace elements, including molybdenum, and other useful substances.

Due to the presence in the composition of one of the flavonoids – hypericin, a photodynamic substance, this plant increases the ability of the skin to absorb ultraviolet rays.Therefore, St. John’s wort is used to enhance tanning and improve its durability. If you are interested in the question of how to enhance tanning in the sun, below you will find out about it.

How St. John’s wort is used for tanning

St. John’s wort is a fairly strong remedy, then its use requires great care. Therefore, if you use St. John’s wort only d to enhance tanning, then you should limit yourself exclusively to external use. At home, you can prepare the following folk remedies for increasing tanning from St. John’s wort:

  • St. John’s wort infusion.To do this, pour 1 tablespoon of St. John’s wort with 200 ml of hot water and soak in a water bath for 15 minutes. Then cool, strain and dilute with water to the original 200 ml.
  • St. John’s wort flowers (20 g), pour 200 ml of oil. For the economy option, sunflower is suitable, but it is better to use additional tanning activators: coconut, jojoba, walnut and others. Leave the mixture for 14 days, shake it periodically.

Any
of the funds listed, it is necessary
apply to the skin at least 3 hours in advance
before going to the beach.The best thing to do
this is the night before. Infusion can
add to water when taking a bath.

Precautions for using St. John’s wort

St. John’s wort for tanning is not suitable for everyone. Since his
action is based on increasing impact
ultraviolet radiation on the skin, then use
it has to be done very neatly. Only
so you can avoid sunburn
and side effects.

St. John’s wort to enhance tanning is contraindicated in:

  • high sensitivity of the skin to the effects
    sun rays and the tendency to appear
    burns;
  • for very light, fine and unburned skin;
  • predisposition to the occurrence of tumors and malignant tumors;
  • forced prolonged exposure to the sun;
  • pregnancy and lactation.

Since St. John’s wort is quite toxic, it is not recommended to use it for a long time. It is safest to use this herb in combination with other tanning activators. Its content in such a mixture should not exceed 20%.

With careful use of St. John’s wort for tanning, your skin will acquire an even brown color, and this effect will last for several months. This product is ideal for temperate climates with low solar activity and sufficient shade.

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What does St. John’s wort help from?

St. John’s wort, whose medicinal properties have been known since ancient times, is actively used in folk medicine today. Most often it is used for diseases of the digestive tract. It relieves spasms, normalizes the stomach and bile excretion. It also has a mild astringent, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect on the mucous membranes of the digestive tract.St. John’s wort is effectively used for hepatitis and cholecystitis, bile stasis, gastritis and cholelithiasis, colitis, flatulence.

The use of St. John’s wort improves digestion, removes excess fluid and reduces appetite. Thus, it contributes to weight loss.

And also St. John’s wort relieves spasm of blood vessels, improves venous circulation and blood supply to internal organs. Recommended for peripheral circulatory disorders with manifestations of stagnation, with microcirculatory disorders.

St. John’s wort is used in the treatment of inflammation of the kidneys and bladder. It helps to remove excess fluid from the body with its retention and reduced filtering ability of the kidneys.

In addition, St. John’s wort is a natural sedative. It is effective for disorders of the nervous system, neurodystonia, migraines and bedwetting in children. The herb is used as an antidepressant for neuroses and insomnia.

In addition, St. John’s wort preparations are widely used in gynecology.They reduce the soreness of menstruation and alleviate premenstrual syndrome. And also women of climateric age are helped to more easily experience hormonal changes and cope with excessive nervousness.

Gargling with St. John’s wort infusion relieves inflammation in the mouth and throat.

It is not recommended to take St. John’s wort at:

  • hypertension, as it increases blood pressure;
  • the use of oral contraceptives and coagulants for the heart – their effectiveness will decrease;
  • taking antidepressants – St. John’s wort will dramatically increase their effect;
  • pregnancy and lactation.

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What is St. John’s wort

Explains the medicinal properties of St. John’s wort by its specific chemical composition. The main active ingredient is hypericin, and flavone compounds, rutin, quercitrin, hyperoside glycoside, quercetin are also found in this plant. An essential oil can be obtained from the herb, which contains terpenes, tannins, alkaloids, saponins, resins, nicotinic, ascorbic acids, and carotene.

Due to its beneficial properties, St. John’s wort is widely used in official and folk medicine as an astringent, anti-inflammatory, tonic for diseases of the liver, respiratory system, gastrointestinal tract, oral cavity.

St. John’s wort is also used as a natural antibiotic – imanin, which is an antibacterial drug used for burns, wounds, respiratory diseases, mastitis.

Also preparations of St. John’s wort are effective for the treatment of rheumatism, gout, nervous diseases, including depressive psychoses, as well as a diuretic and anthelmintic agent.St. John’s wort tea is used in dental practice to eliminate unpleasant odors, strengthen the gums, and heal diseases of the oral cavity.

It is known that intravenous administration of St. John’s wort extract stimulates cardiac activity, constricts blood vessels, and raises blood pressure.

St. John’s wort treatment involves the preparation of infusions, decoctions, oils. St. John’s wort tincture is used externally as an anti-inflammatory agent, St. John’s wort decoction is perhaps the most popular remedy that is used as an internal remedy for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular system, kidneys, liver, bleeding, epilepsy, neuralgia, insomnia.

It is believed that the decoction of St. John’s wort is an excellent prophylactic agent for skin diseases, therefore it is recommended to add it to the bath for bathing babies.

It is also believed that St. John’s wort infusion contains 1.5 times less nutrients than fresh juice from it. Further, St. John’s wort oil, which is obtained by extracting the flowers of St. John’s wort for several weeks in olive or soybean oil, is used as an external agent for the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases.It is especially effective to use St. John’s wort oil for burns. When taken orally, St. John’s wort oil has found application for the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.

90,000 For which cancer should I avoid St. John’s wort supplements?

Highlights

Nutritional supplements such as St. John’s wort have many health benefits and are widely used by cancer patients and people with a genetic cancer risk. But is it safe to take St. John’s wort supplements for all types of cancer without considering any current therapies and other living conditions? The widespread opinion, but only a myth, is that everything natural can only benefit me or not harm me.For example, using grapefruit with some medications is not recommended. Another example: Consuming spinach with certain blood-thinning medications can cause unwanted interactions and should be avoided. In cancer, nutrition that includes foods and natural supplements has been shown to influence outcomes. Therefore, cancer patients often ask nutritionists and doctors the question: “What should I eat and what should I avoid?”

Hypericum supplementation may benefit patients with ALK + ve non-small cell lung cancer treated with alectinib.But avoid St. John’s wort supplements when treating hepatoblastoma with cisplatin. Likewise, taking the dietary supplement St. John’s wort may benefit healthy people who are at genetic risk for cancer due to the KIT gene mutation. But avoid taking the dietary supplement St John’s Wort if you are at genetic risk for cancer due to the MRE11 gene mutation.

Bottom Line – Your individual context will influence your decision whether a St John’s Wort food supplement is safe. And also the fact that this decision needs to be constantly reviewed as conditions change.Conditions such as the type of cancer, current treatment and supplementation, age, gender, weight, height, lifestyle, and any genetic mutations identified are important. So you have a legitimate question to ask for any nutritional and natural supplement recommendation – how do they fit into your individual context.



At-a-glance

Nutritional supplements – vitamins, herbs, minerals, probiotics and other special categories are growing.Supplements are high concentrations of active ingredients that are also found in various foods. The difference is that the products contain more than one active ingredient at lower diffusion concentrations. Remember that each of these ingredients has its own scientific and biological mechanism at the molecular level – so choose the right combination of supplements, such as St. John’s wort, depending on the individual context and conditions.

So the question is, should you take St. John’s wort supplements? Should you take it if you have a genetic risk of cancer due to a mutation in the MRE11 gene? Should you take it if you have a genetic risk of cancer due to a mutation in the KIT gene? Should I take it when diagnosing hepatoblastoma? Should I take it when diagnosed with ALK + ve non-small cell lung cancer? Should I take it while on cisplatin treatment? Should you continue to take St. John’s wort supplement if you switch from cisplatin to alectinib? Thus, a general explanation such as “this is natural or enhances immunity” may be unacceptable and sufficient for choosing St. John’s wort.

cancer

Cancer remains an unresolved problem. Increased availability of personalized treatment and cancer monitoring with blood and saliva have become important factors for improved outcomes. The earlier the intervention, the better it will affect the result. Genetic testing can provide an early assessment of cancer risk and susceptibility. But beyond regular follow-up, in most cases there are no therapeutic options for intervention. Once a cancer is diagnosed, such as hepatoblastoma or ALK + ve non-small cell lung cancer, treatment is tailored based on the genomics of the tumor and factors such as stage of the disease, age and gender.During cancer remission (after completion of the treatment cycle) – monitoring is used to assess any recurrence and, accordingly, decide on further steps. The vast majority of cancer patients and those at risk do take nutritional supplements such as St. John’s wort.

So the question is, should all the risks of genetic mutations and types of cancer be considered as a whole when deciding whether to use St. John’s wort? Are the biochemical pathway consequences of the genetic risk of cancer due to the MRE11 gene mutation the same as those due to the KIT gene mutation? Are the consequences of hepatoblastoma the same as for non-small cell lung cancer with ALK + ve? Is it the same if you are treated with cisplatin or alectinib?

St. John’s wort – food supplement

St. John’s wort is a flowering plant native to Europe and Asia that has been used for centuries as a remedy for mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances.St. John’s wort is usually consumed in the form of dietary supplements or tea. However, St. John’s wort supplements are known to have adverse interactions with many common medications and cancer medications, so they should only be taken after consulting a doctor.

St. John’s wort supplements contain many active ingredients, including: Quercetin, Kaempferol and Luteolin in various concentrations. Molecular pathways that are regulated by St. John’s wort include transition from epithelium to mesenchyme, stem cell signaling, nucleotide metabolism, oxidative stress, and RAS-RAF signaling.These cellular pathways directly or indirectly regulate certain molecular endpoints of cancer, such as growth, spread, and death. Because of this biological regulation – for cancer nutrition, choosing the right supplement, such as St. John’s wort, alone or in combination, is an important decision. When deciding whether to use St. John’s wort for cancer, be sure to consider all of these factors and explanations. Because, as with cancer treatments, the use of St. John’s wort may not be a one-size-fits-all solution for all types of cancer.

A selection of St. John’s wort supplements for cancer

The reason why there is no easy way to answer the question “When should I avoid taking St. John’s wort for cancer” is because “it depends!” Just as the same treatment doesn’t work for every cancer patient, depending on your individual context, St. John’s wort may be harmful or safe. Along with what kind of cancer and associated genetics – current treatments, supplements, lifestyle, BMI, and allergies – are all factors that determine whether or not St. John’s wort should be avoided and why.

1. Will St. John’s Wort supplement benefit patients with hepatoblastoma receiving cisplatin treatment?

Hepatoblastoma is characterized and controlled by specific genetic mutations such as CTNNB1 and NCOA3, leading to changes in biochemical pathways in transition from epithelium to mesenchyme, oxidative stress, MYC signaling, WNT beta-catenin signaling and adhesion bonding. Cancer treatments such as cisplatin work by a specific mechanism of action.The goal is to ensure good alignment between treatment and cancer pathways for an effective personalized approach. In this condition, any food or dietary supplement should be avoided that has the opposite effect of treatment or that reduces overlap. For example, St. John’s wort should be avoided in hepatoblastoma in conjunction with treatment with cisplatin. St. John’s wort influences pathways / processes such as the transition from the epithelium to the mesenchyme and oxidative stress, which either contribute to the driving factors of the disease or negate the therapeutic effect.In addition, St. John’s wort supplements contain active ingredients such as quercetin, kaempferol, and luteolin that interact with CYP3A4 with cisplatin treatment and therefore should be avoided by cancer patients undergoing this treatment. (Luigi Quintieri et al., Biochem Pharmacol., 2008; Fang-fang Zhang et al., Zhejiang Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban., 2006; Pius S. Faxinu et al., Front Oncol., 2019) Some factors to consider when choosing a diet are the type of cancer, treatments and supplements currently being taken (if any), age, gender, BMI, lifestyle, and any information about genetic mutations (if any) …

2. Will supplementing St. John’s wort benefit ALK + ve for non-small cell lung cancer patients treated with alectinib?

ALK + ve non-small cell lung cancer is characterized and controlled by specific genetic mutations such as ALK and TP53, which lead to changes in biochemical pathways in the transition from epithelium to mesenchyme, RAS-RAF signaling, inositol phosphate signaling, small molecule transport and PI3K-AKT -MTOR Alarm. Cancer treatments like alectinib work through specific mechanisms.The goal is to ensure a good match between treatments and cancer management for a personalized approach. In this condition, any food or nutritional supplement should be considered that has an effect consistent with treatment or reducing overlap. For example, St. John’s wort should be considered for ALK + ve non-small cell lung cancer in conjunction with treatment with alectinib. St. John’s wort influences pathways / processes such as the transition from the epithelium to the mesenchyme and RAS-RAF signaling, which either interfere with the driving factors of the disease or improve the effect of alectinib treatment.

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3. Are St. John’s wort supplements safe for healthy people with a genetic risk associated with the MRE11 mutation?

Various companies offer gene panels for testing to assess the genetic risk of various types of cancer.These panels cover genes associated with cancers of the breast, ovary, uterus, prostate, gastrointestinal tract, and others. Genetic testing of these genes can confirm the diagnosis and help guide treatment and treatment decisions. Identifying the variant causing the disease can also serve as a guideline for testing and diagnosing at-risk relatives. MRE11 is one of the genes commonly available in cancer risk testing panels.

The MRE11 mutation disrupts the biochemical pathways of stem cell signaling, estrogen signaling, DNA repair, angiogenesis, and growth factor signaling.These pathways are direct or indirect driving forces of the molecular endpoints of cancer. John’s wort should be avoided when the genetic panel detects the MRE11 mutation for breast cancer. St. John’s wort interferes with pathways and processes such as stem cell signaling and estrogen signaling, and also adversely affects MRE11 and related conditions.

4. Are St. John’s Wort supplements safe for healthy people with a genetic risk associated with KIT mutations?

KIT is one of the genes available in cancer risk testing panels.The KIT mutation causes disruption of the biochemical pathways of nucleotide metabolism, hypoxia, stem cell signaling, RAS-RAF signaling, and MAPK signaling. These pathways are direct or indirect driving forces of the molecular endpoints of cancer. Consider taking St. John’s wort supplements when a genetic panel detects a mutation in KIT for stomach and hematologic cancers. St. John’s wort affects pathways / processes such as nucleotide metabolism and hypoxia and has a supportive effect in people with KIT and related conditions.

* Other factors such as BMI, lifestyle, treatments are also included.

In conclusion

The two most important things to remember is that cancer treatment and nutrition are never the same for everyone. A diet that includes foods and nutritional supplements such as St. John’s wort is an effective remedy that you can manage, even if you are facing cancer.

What food you eat and what supplements you take is your decision.Your decision should include consideration of cancer gene mutations, type of cancer, ongoing treatments and supplements, any allergies, lifestyle information, weight, height, and habits.

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St. John’s wort – description of the ingredient, instructions for use, indications and contraindications

Description St. John’s wort

St. John’s wort is a genus of the St. John’s wort family. This includes shrubs, semi-shrubs, trees, herbaceous plants.Their leaves are opposite or whorled. Some varieties have black glands. Flowers are multiple or single, collected in inflorescences. There are five sepals and petals. The fruit is a leathery capsule. The seeds are small and numerous. Grass and flowers are valuable.

Composition of St. John’s wort

The composition of herbal raw materials of St. John’s wort is diverse. It contains:

  • tannins;
  • flavonoids including quercetin;
  • resins;
  • carbohydrates;
  • Anthracene derivatives;
  • essential oils;
  • anthocyanins;
  • carotenoids;
  • Choline

  • ;
  • retinol;
  • alkaloids;
  • sesquiterpenes;
  • terpenes;
  • ascorbic acid;
  • nicotinic acid;
  • minerals.

Pharmacological properties

St. John’s wort has an anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, sedative, antihelminthic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiseptic, hemostatic, diuretic, astringent, analgesic, wound healing, choleretic effect on the human body.

Effects on the body

St. John’s wort destroys bacteria, stops inflammation, is effective against germs that are resistant to antibiotics, and the herpes virus. By promoting the discharge of phlegm, it promotes a speedy recovery from diseases of the respiratory tract.

Attention! The plant extract helps to relieve depression. According to a number of studies, it increases vitality and soothes just as well as antidepressants and may well be used in the treatment of mild to moderate depressive disorders. St. John’s wort has this effect thanks to hypericin, which stimulates the production of serotonin, the hormone of joy.

And this is not all the beneficial properties of St. John’s wort.The components included in its composition in the complex have a powerful restorative effect:

  • tocopherol protects the body from free radicals that provoke premature aging;
  • carotene supports eye health, improves skin condition, fights pathogenic microorganisms;
  • tannins relieve inflammation, stimulate tissue regeneration, cleanse wounds from infectious agents;
  • nicotinic acid normalizes the work of the heart and nervous system, and ascorbic acid strengthens the immune system, participates in collagen synthesis;
  • phytoncides are powerful natural antibiotics and antioxidants.

Contraindications and side effects

Preparations and folk remedies from St. John’s wort are contraindicated in hypertension, the presence of transplants, taking synthetic antidepressants, antibiotics, contraceptive and antiviral pills, anticoagulants and drugs for the heart.

Attention! Due to the content of the pigment hypericin, St. John’s wort increases sensitivity to ultraviolet light, therefore, during the period of its use, prolonged exposure to the sun should be avoided.

With prolonged or heavy use of St. John’s wort, side effects may appear in the form of bitterness in the mouth and discomfort in the liver. If the plant extract is taken for longer than 2 months, the potency may decrease.

Application rules

St. John’s wort is used for the treatment and prevention of diseases in the form of decoctions, infusions, teas, extracts:

  • Infusion. Pour 2 tbsp. l. herbs 200 ml boiling water, insist in a dark place for 4 hours, drain.Take 15 ml three times a day before meals.
  • Broth. Take 1.5 tbsp. l. herbs, pour a glass of boiling water, warm up in a water bath for 30 minutes, without boiling, cool, strain. The finished drink can be used for ingestion, washing, rinsing hair after washing.
  • Tea. Pour 1 tsp into the kettle. St. John’s wort, pour 1 tbsp. boiling water, leave for 2-3 minutes. You can improve the taste of the drink with honey, stevia. It is used not for treatment, but for the prevention of diseases.

St. John’s wort. Cure for 99 diseases

In the middle of summer, during the hay season, St. John’s wort blooms in the meadows. In Russia, and in Komi too, the plant is popular primarily as a medicinal plant. But St. John’s wort has long been valued not only as a remedy …

St. John’s wort (Latin Hypericum) is a genus of flowering plants of the family Hypericaceae. According to the latest scientific data, the genus includes 458 species. Representatives of the genus are perennial, very rarely annual herbaceous plants, dwarf shrubs, shrubs or trees.In Russia, there are several species, of which the most common in the European part are St. John’s wort, or perforated (Hypericum perforatum) and St. John’s wort (Hypericum quadrangulum). Both plants are perennial grasses with preserved rhizomes, differ from each other in stems and leaves, and the flowers in both species are yellow. Both types are considered curative by the people.

St. John’s wort has a whole range of useful properties, in the old days it was called “a medicine for 99 diseases”, and in medicine it has many-sided applications.It has an antiseptic effect, is known as an antidepressant and a remedy for gastrointestinal diseases. St. John’s wort extract is used to make a variety of over-the-counter herbal antidepressants. Moreover, St. John’s wort preparations in general are much less likely to cause side effects compared to traditional antidepressants. St. John’s wort preparations have also been shown to be effective in the treatment of premenstrual tension syndrome. In addition, studies have noted that the use of St. John’s wort alleviates the course of chronic fatigue syndrome, facilitates the treatment of drug addiction and drug dependence, reduces the intensity of persistent headaches and relieves rheumatic pains, and has other actions.

However, St. John’s wort has a number of side effects. You need to be extremely careful when using St. John’s wort simultaneously with other drugs – this plant accelerates the elimination of drugs from the body, thereby significantly reducing their therapeutic effect. It also increases blood pressure and is contraindicated in hypertension. Therefore, although many St. John’s wort preparations are available in pharmacies without a prescription, you should consult your doctor before using them.

Having a lot of substances useful and necessary for the human body, with excessive use, St. John’s wort is poisonous. It is no coincidence that animals avoid the use of St. John’s wort, which is where the name of the plant comes from. But St. John’s wort gives honey bees a lot of pollen, especially in the morning.

In popular beliefs, St. John’s wort is considered one of the plants that originated from blood, feathers or other part of a bird that brought heavenly fire to earth and was wounded by a hostile creature at the same time. It is not for nothing that among the popular names of St. John’s wort tetrahedral – blood man, blood man and even valiant blood.St. John’s wort is attributed to the ability to drive away witches, ghosts and other evil spirits. This plant has been known since ancient times for its positive healing effect on the soul: in popular belief, St. John’s wort is a source of light that drives away evil spirits, relieves of melancholy and sadness (in fact, these are the properties of an antidepressant).

In the Komi Republic, typical habitats of St. John’s wort are high floodplain areas and dry meadows. It is found in the basins of Luza and Mezen, Vychegda and Pechora. In the Ust-Vymsky and Ust-Kulomsky districts, meadow areas of 0.3 hectares are noted, where St. John’s wort dominates in the herbage.St. John’s wort also occupies an important place in the traditional Komi culture. The most common Komi name for the plant is Urazny Turun, but there is also a rarer name – saridza beast kyrys (this name can be translated roughly as “catching a sea animal”, which in its meaning is close to the Russian etymology of “beating beast”).

St. John’s wort was used as a medicine – primarily in the treatment and prevention of colds, added simply to tea to invigorate and strengthen strength. Little by little they brewed the cattle even in winter to keep them healthy.But along the way, St. John’s wort protected from evil spirits, cleared space and energy. A native of Ust-Kulom, Viktor Napalkov, told the “Region” that bunches of various herbs hung in the Komi hut in the entryway between the living quarters of the house and the barn, located under the same roof. Going to the barn, a person left the energy of the house in the entryway, and when walking back from the cattle, he also left the energy of the barn outside the threshold of the living quarters. And this “cleaning” was done by hanging herbs, and above all by St. John’s wort.

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