A perennial flowering plant native to western Asia and Europe, St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is rich in history for a broad range of uses. Its contemporary therapeutic niche is to calm restlessness and nervousness.
John's Wort, is a fascinating plant that has been used for centuries for its medicinal and therapeutic properties.
The bright yellow flowers of St. John’s wort contain a naturally occurring compound called hypericin. This compound is believed to affect neurotransmitters within the central nervous system and be beneficial for mood. New Roots Herbal’s St.John’s Wort is a full-spectrum 8:1 extract.
Each vegetable capsule contains: |
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St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) aerial part 8:1 extract | 450 mg |
Vegetable magnesium stearate in a non-GMO vegetable capsule composed of vegetable carbohydrate gum and purified water.
Adults: Take 1 capsule three times daily or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
Duration of use: Use for a minimum of 1 week to see beneficial effects. Consult a health-care practitioner for use beyond 18 weeks.
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, ultraviolet (UV) light, or UV therapy. Consult a health-care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding; or if you are taking antianxiety medications, seizure medications, antihistamines, bronchodilators, muscle relaxants, and/or opiates. Do not use if you are taking anticancer medications, blood thinners, antidepressant medications (e.g. selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors [SSRI]), anti-HIV agents, cardiovascular medications, immunosuppressants, and/or contraceptive medications. Hypersensitivity, such as an allergy, has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Some people may experience mild gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea, restlessness and/or headaches.