ST JOHNWORT HERB TEA
Sale₦9,500.00 – ₦35,000.00
Product Description
St. John’s Wort Herb Tea!
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a flowering plant native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. Its leaves and flowers have been used for centuries in herbal medicine.
Benefits:
1. Mood support: Relieves mild depression, anxiety.
2. Sleep aid: Improves sleep quality, duration.
3. Pain relief: Eases nerve pain, inflammation.
4. Antiviral: Combats viral infections (e.g., HIV, herpes).
5. Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation, swelling.
6. Wound healing: Promotes tissue repair.
Nutritional Profile:
1. Flavonoids: Hyperforin, hypericin
2. Phenolic acids: Caffeic, ferulic acid
3. Volatile oils: Alpha-pinene, beta-pinene
4. Vitamins: C, E
5. Minerals: Calcium, iron, potassium
Preparations:
1. Tea: Steep 1-2 teaspoons of dried herbs in boiling water (5-7 minutes).
2. Tincture: 20-30 drops, 2-3 times a day.
3. Capsules: 500-1000 mg, 2-3 times a day.
4. Topical creams, ointments: For skin issues.
Contraindications:
1. Pregnancy, breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional.
2. Allergic reactions: Rare, but possible.
3. Interactions: May interact with:
– Antidepressants
– Blood thinners
– Diabetes medications
– HIV medications
– Organ transplant medications
Side Effects:
1. Nausea, stomach upset
2. Dizziness, headaches
3. Allergic reactions (rare)
4. Increased sensitivity to sunlight
Traditional Use:
1. Ancient Greeks used St. John’s Wort for medicinal purposes.
2. Traditional Chinese medicine: Used for mood support, pain relief.
3. European folk medicine: Used for wound healing, viral infections.
Combination Herbs:
1. Passionflower: Enhances anxiety relief.
2. Valerian root: Improves sleep quality.
3. Ginger: Enhances anti-inflammatory effects.
4. Lemon balm: Amplifies mood support.
Growing and Harvesting:
1. Plant in well-drained soil, full sun.
2. Harvest flowers, leaves during summer months.
3. Dry or freeze-dry for tea or tincture.
Tips and Precautions:
1. Consult a healthcare professional before using St. John’s Wort tea.
2. Monitor interactions with medications.
3. Avoid prolonged use (more than 6 weeks).
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