St John's Wort

Johnswort, Goat Weed, Tipton Weed, Kiamath Weed, Hypericum perforatum.

Contains 100 capsules.

Origin; Hungary.

Certified organic supplied.

Uses,

• Antiviral; A herb that kills a virus or that suppresses its ability to replicate and, hence, inhibits its capability to multiply and reproduce.
• Antidepressant; Used to combat depression.
• Antibacterial; A herb that destroys bacteria or suppresses their growth or their ability to reproduce.
• Antifungal; Treatment of fungal infections.
• Anti-inflammatory; assist in reducing inflammation.
• Sedative; Considered to give a calming or sleeping effect.
• Astringent; a substance causes the skin or tissue to tighten and reduces oil on the skin.
• Expectorant; promotes the secretion of sputum by the air passages.
• Nervine; Used to calm and soothe the nerves.
• Antibiotic; A herb that inhibits the growth of or destroys microorganisms.
• Antiseptic. a herb used for preventing infection in an injury, especially by killing bacteria
• Tonic effect on the kidneys and liver.
• Galactagogue; Aids in promoting or increases the flow of a mother's milk.
• Historical review; St John's Wort has been used for centuries and is a native of Europe, but can now be found growing wild in Australia . The herb is thought to work by optimising the levels of neurotransmitters, particularly serotonin in the brain, which can help stabilize emotions therefore maintaining stability with mild depression during stressful times.
• Not to be used while taking any other medication for depression and not to be continually used for more than 6 weeks continually. Have a break for 2-3 weeks.