St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort is a plant with yellow flowers, also known as hypericum perforatum, Klamath weed, or Goat Weed. St. John's Wort is used by many for depression, anxiety, and/or sleep disorders. There is scientific evidence that St. John's Wort is useful for treating mild to moderate depression.

The August 3, 1996 issue of the British Medical Journal contains an analysis of approximately 25 studies that suggest that St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is just as helpful as commonly used drugs, without side effects such as headaches or vomiting.

St. John's Wort can cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. When combined with certain antidepressants, St. John's Wort may increase side effects such as nausea, anxiety, headache, and confusion. Research shows that St. John's Wort may interact with other drugs, so check with your health practitioner if you are taking any prescription drugs.

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