St. John's Wort
- Hypericum
St. John's Wort is quickly emerging as the most effective natural treatment for
depression. Medical studies demonstrate that often a natural herb
"Hypericum perforatum" is as effective in treating depression as prescription
antidepressants. Hypericum is inexpensive (about 30 a day), available without a
prescription, and free of the side effects often associated with antidepressant
medications. Hypericum is derived from St. John's Wort (wort means "plant") and
has been used for thousands of years as a medicine.
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Hypericum and Depression |
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St.
John's Wort: The Mood Enhancing Herb by Christopher Hobbs Paperback (1998) |
In Hypericum & Depression, two noted psychiatrists report on research that could change the way depression is treated in America explaining what depression is, how to know if one is depressed, the medical effects of hypericum on depression, and where to find research-grade hypericum (noting that not all hypericum supplements are alike). Hypericum & Depression is enhanced with summaries of selected medical studies on the effect of hypericum upon a state of depression. Hypericum & Depression is "must" reading for anyone with an interest in alternative medicine and/or who suffers from chronic depression.
The author, Steven Bratman, MD, 1997
A balanced, comprehensive look at this popular treatment.
St. John's wort has recently become one of the most popular alternative treatments, and
for good reason. The science behind this herb is unusually strong. In fact, it nearly
exactly matches what was known about Prozac at the time that drug was licensed. This book
goes into all the research to date, accurately pointing out the strengths and weaknesses
of the many studies that have been performed. It explains just exactly what situations in
which it is appropriate to use St. John's wort, and gives exact dosages and side-effects.
It dispells common myths as well, such as that this herb is an MAO inhibitor, and that it
can cause photosensitivity. If you want a sensible analysis of whether this herb can help
you or someone you know, read this book.
Used for thousands of years in Europe, Americans are just finding out about the miraculous healing powers of St. John's wort, a simple flower extract called Hypericum that has been proven to work as well as -- and sometimes better than -- prescription antidepressants. This easy-to-use, step-by-step program tells readers how to tell if they're a candidate for St. John's wort; how it works in the body and what to expect from it; comparisons with Prozac and other medications; detailed instructions on dosage and frequency; and much more.
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