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Historical applications of St. John’s wort
In the past, the ancient Greeks and Romans used St. John’s wort for depression, skin wounds and sciatica.* They used the herb as talisman to cast out the evil spirits and demons. To this day, it is used by herbalists for the same ailments. The St. John’s wort is used for menstrual pains, gastrointestinal problems and snake bites, till today.*
The doctors in the Roman army used St. John’s wort because of its healing properties – for burns and wounds.*
The legends say, that the early Christians named the herb to Saint John the Baptist, as the brightly colored, yellow flowers usually bloom around June 24, the day his birth. In Europe, St. John’s Day is celebrated on the day of the summer solstice, which is usually around June 21.
Health benefits of St. John’s wort
St. John’s wort is believed to have been used for a number of uses during the Middle Ages: to protect people from illness, curses, demons and evil spirits. Today it is one of the most widely used herb for treating nervous exhaustion and depression.* Studies show, that the herb is so effective as antidepressants, but unlike them without any side effects.*
Here are some of the most popular health benefits of St. John’s wort:
1) Consume St. John’s wort tea three times a day for immediate hangover relief.*
2)Tea or tincture of fresh flowers is a popular treatment for external ulcers, burns, wounds, bruises, spasms and more.*
3)Infusion of flowers in olive oil is applied externally for wounds, ulcers, edema and rheumatism.*
4)It is also valuable in the treatment of sunburn and as a cosmetic for the skin.*
5)It is used to treat injuries, bites, stings and others.*
6)Flowers are used to prepare liquid extracts, pills and teas, such as food supplement VemoHerb Ginkgo Hypericum, which you should definitely try and which will impress you with its unique properties!*
Ginkgo Hypericum (Ginkgo biloba and St. John’s Wort), 60 capsules I VemoHerb®
Bioactive blend of Ginkgo biloba and St. John’s Wort (Hypericum) extracts for memory, focus, tranquility, good mood and sleep
| *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |