St. John's Wort
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Hypericum perforatum
Energetics : Slightly warming
Herbal Properties : Antidepressant, Antiviral, Digestive Tonic, Nervine, Vulnerary
Topically, St. John's Wort stimulates nerve repair and aids in healing wounds. St. John's Wort may be a great herb to choose when dealing with nerve pain and nerve damage. It also is an antiviral, and may aid in healing infections. One study even shows promise to St. John's Wort helping Psoriasis. (1, 2, 4)
Internally, St. John's Wort has shown to have powerful antidepressant like properties. This is a nervine herb and may be helpful for fear, anxiety, insomnia, and sadness. (3) *please read precautions*
Precautions :
Should not be applied topically and then worn in direct sunlight. Should not be taken internally while on an SSRI or antidepressant. When in doubt, seek medical professional. When dealing with serious matters, it is always wise to consult a medical professional for assistance when figuring out what is best for you. None of this is medical advice.
Sources :
Source 1 St. John's Wort Topically
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24214835/
Source 2 St. John's Wort for Pain
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28137525/
Source 3 Overall St. John's Wort Profile
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9526892/
Source 4 St. John's Wort Topically for Psoriasis
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5664864/