|
|
Article: Saint-John's-wort: NATURE'S PROZAC.
- Article from:
- Vibrant Life
- Article date:
- September 1, 1999
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1999 Review and Herald Publishing Association. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
Depression is a common psychiatric disorder. It is estimated that about 15 percent of the population experiences symptoms of mild to moderate depression, while up to 5 percent experience severe depression at some time. Recently Saint-John's-wort (Hypericum perforatum) has received a lot of attention as an herbal product that provides natural relief from depression.
Herbalists today recommend Saint-John's-wort to treat wounds and to speed the healing of bruises and minor burns. Hypericum is highly valued for its sedative properties and treatment of mood disorders. Saint-John's-wort is also highly prized as an antidepressant, without the side effects of ...