St. John’s Extract

Description

St. John’s wort is found in Europe and the United States. It is especially abundant in northern California and southern Oregon. The above-ground (aerial) parts of the plant are gathered during the flowering season.

St. John’s Extract has been used in connection with the following health conditions:

Depression – St. John’s wort can help with mild to moderate depression—but talk to your doctor first as St. John’s wort can interact with certain medications.

Anxiety – St. John’s wort has been reported in one double-blind study to reduce anxiety.

Eczema – A topical cream containing St. John’s wort was shown in one study to greatly improve the severity of eczema. The herb appears to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.

Menopause and Depression – Menopausal and depression symptoms improved in post-menopausal women after they took a combination of black cohosh and St. John’s wort. St. John’s wort may improve psychological symptoms, including sexual well-being, in menopausal women.

Seasonal Affective Disorder – St. John’s wort, an herb well known for its antidepressant activity, may improve SAD symptoms.

Infection – St. John’s wort is an herb that directly attacks microbes.

Dosage: One capsule twice daily. Ingredients: St. John’s Wort 0.3% hypericin, Standardized extract (aerial parts) 300 mg. Other ingredients: rice flour, magnesium stearate, gelatin.