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Also known as Hypericum, Amber and Klamath weed, St. John’s Wort has
gained significant attention in recent times, due largely to its
anti-depressant quality. However, it has a long history of usage, both
as a healing herb and as a magical herb with protection qualities.
It is an extremely effective mood enhancer in cases of
mild depression and is effective for pre-menstrual mood-swings. However
it is less effective for more severe depression or depression
associated with other psychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder.
How do I take it?
In cases of mild depression, take 1 – 2 capsules of St.
John’s Wort daily. Although results are noticeable within 1 hr of
consumption, maximum benefit will be obtained by continuing this dosage
for at least 2 months. A health professional should be consulted in
cases of more severe depression.
How does it work?
St John’s Wort shows anti-depressant activity. This
activity is thought to be due to inhibition of monoamine oxidase (MAO)
thereby increasing levels of beneficial neurotransmitters in the
central nervous system. Current evidence suggests that a combination of
mechanisms may be responsible for this action. St John’s Wort’s
anti-depressant effect may be via its photosensitizing activity. It is
well known that light or lack of it plays a role in some types of
depression; and it has been found that St John’s Wort lowered the
amount of light necessary to obtain a therapeutic effect and that
normal daylight may have a similar effect to intensive light therapy
when combined with St John’s Wort. Studies on the effect of hypericin
on melatonin release by the pineal gland indicate this may also be a
possible mechanism of anti-depressant activity.
Other possible mechanisms associated with the
anti-depressant activity include: Inhibition of
catechol-o-methyltransferase which breaks down catecholamines such as
adrenaline and noradrenaline; modulation of serotonin receptors;
suppression of interleukin-6 (an inflammatory mediator that may play a
role in depression via its effect on cortisol release).
What else is it good for?
St John’s Wort shows bacteriocidal activity against a
number of gram positive and gram negative bacteria including
staphylococcus aureus, proteus vulgaris, E. coli and Pseudomonas
aeruginosa. It has as anti-inflammatory activity, it improves mood, and
improves wound healing.
Is there any side effects?
St. John’s Wort can cause an over-sensitivity to light in
some individuals. It should not be taken in combination with any
prescription medication for depression or psychiatric disorders, it may
interact with estrogens and oral contraceptives and that the
combination may be associated with inter menstrual bleeding, and there
have been unsubstantiated reports of women becoming pregnant while
taking St. John's wort while on oral contraceptives. St john wort
should not be taken for long periods of time (more than 3 months)
without first seeking medical advice.
What do the pills contain?
Each capsule contains St Johns Wort 20:1 extract, Standardized 0.3% Hypericin (equivalent to 6000mg dried herb).