What is St John’s Wort?

Published June 17, 2022

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St John’s Wort

What is St John’s Wort?

St John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a herb that has been used for centuries in Europe to treat a wide range of conditions. It has been referenced by the Dioscorides, the Greek of the 1st century AD and the Greek doctor of the 5th century Hippocrates, where it was known by its Greek name ‘Ypericon’.

St John’s Wort is probably best known for its ability to support healthy mood and emotional balance. St John’s Wort is used traditionally in Western herbal medicine as a nervous system relaxant to calm nerves.

How can St John’s Wort help you?

There may be times where we feel down or lose pleasure in our normal activities, which is no surprise, given the demands and challenges that life often throws our way. Our emotional state can also impact other areas of our lives, like our quality of sleep. St John’s Wort may help to support emotional balance.

Where can I find St John’s Wort?

Find St John’s Wort in Nature’s OwnTM St John’s Wort 2700mg.

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