Are you familiar with the medicinal properties of St. John's wort?
These tall bushes with small leaves and fragrant yellow flowers are called a remedy for almost 100 diseases. The medicinal properties of St. John's wort are so extensive that a nondescript herb can solve almost all health problems. Diseases of internal organs or delicate matter in the form of a nervous system - everything is within the power of a green doctor. Why is this herb so famous and what can it do? And one more important question: is this remedy suitable for everyone?
The healing properties of St. John's wort
Both fresh and dried sprigs with flowers contain a whole storehouse of nutrients.
They help the plant to have a positive effect on the human body, namely:
- strengthens the immune system;
- destroys various parasites;
- calms the nervous system, relieves depression, relieves stress, improves sleep;
- promotes healing of various wounds and injuries;
- strengthens blood vessels;
- removes excess fluid;
- stimulates the outflow of bile;
- acts as a mild pain reliever.
What diseases will St. John's wort help
Hypericum infusions and decoctions are shown to be taken in the presence of diseases such as:
- nervous;
- cardiovascular;
- viral and infectious;
- gastrointestinal;
- liver and bladder problems;
- dermatological;
- diseases of the oral cavity.
St. John's wort is also widely used in cosmetology. It smoothes wrinkles, cleanses and tones the skin.
Tea is brewed from fresh or dried St. John's wort, water and alcohol tinctures, decoctions and even ointments are made. If you add to the herbal tea chamomile or other plants, this will greatly improve its quality.
Contraindications for use
Despite the large list of positive actions, in some cases St. John's wort should not be taken, namely:
- hypertension;
- pregnancy (may cause miscarriage);
- high fever when antibiotics are prescribed (not combined with the latter);
- when taking antidepressants (causes an overdose and increased symptoms, since he himself has a similar effect);
- serious kidney and liver problems
- can not be taken simultaneously with oral contraceptives (reduces their effectiveness);
- also - with drugs that affect blood clotting.
Overuse and overdosing in St. John's wort treatment causes headache and vomiting. Stomach cramps and bloating are also possible.