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ST. JOHN’S
WORT (Hypericum Perforatum)
This plant has a healing, regenerative
effect on injured nerves, nervous system functions
and all their emotional manifestations. Internally
it is a pain relieving sedative used in the
treatment of neuralgia, anxiety and nervous
tension. Recently this herb has received attention
as an anti-depressant, for which it is well
suited. However, We must remember in the face
of this hype that we must always look for
the underlying cause of the depression and
seek to correct this imbalance. This herb
may be applied to assist in the treatment
of any case of psychological instability,
including menopause, insomnia or som
nolesence.
I have had success using this herb with HIV
+ patients to control viral load (St. John’s
Wort has shown anti-retroviral activity in
studies Chavez 1997).
Externally the cream or oil extract reduces pain and inflammation of bruises, varicose veins and mild burns (be sure to ice any new burn before applying any oil preparation!). It speeds the healing of sunburn and wounds. Topically, it is especially helpful for problems of the spine and sciatica. In enema form it will relieve inflammation of the colon. This plant is rich in both flavanoids and bioflavanoids. Some studies have shown that its hypericin and pseudohypericin are responsible in part for its inhibition of type A and B MAO (Suzuki 1984); it also appears to affect serotonin reuptake (Perovic 1995). This herb also affects receptor affinity of adenosine, benzodiazepine, GABA A and B, and inositol triphosphate (Chavez 1997).
Its Chinese properties are bitter and cool. Traditional medical systems(more..)