St. John's wort - perennial grasses and shrubs. From ground dried parts of this plant, tinctures and decoctions (containing essential oils and tannins) are prepared, which are used internally as an excellent astringent and anti-inflammatory agent for colitis, to lubricate the gums, and rinse the mouth in the treatment of stomatitis or gingivitis; It is also used externally for wounds, burns and skin diseases. From St. John's wort they even made the antibiotic Novoimanin.
The useful properties of St. John's wort were noticed in ancient times, Kazakh tabibs knew this plant very well and called it a “healer of wounds”, which in Kazakh sounds like “Jerobo”. Hence the word "St. John's wort." Decoctions of it were used for coughing and pain in the abdomen, and alcohol tinctures - for rubbing joints with aches.
This grass is fraught with many secrets and mysteries. The beneficial properties of hypericum listed above are only a small part of them. But the human mind was able to reveal many secrets of this miracle plant. And today, as well as many centuries ago, people derive great benefit from St. John's wort.
St. John's wort is an excellent tool to help strengthen the nervous system, it is a natural antidepressant. In case of crisis situations, it is useful to consume 5 cups of tea from this plant and 20 drops of its tincture three times a day. Prepare the tincture in this way: 50 g of the herb must be poured with 1/2 liters of vodka, left for 10 days, periodically shaking the contents, then strain.
Hypericum teas help to normalize vegetative fluctuations with sensitivity to weather changes. And with hormonal fluctuations in mood with menopause, it is recommended to drink tea from this plant or a mixture for which St. John's wort and hop cones are taken in equal proportions.
Adults and children who need to focus and concentrate are helped with lemon balm tea with St. John's wort. Such a pleasant mix - perfect tea for breakfast before an exam or class.
The beneficial properties of St. John's wort are used successfully to treat a number of diseases, with gastrointestinal upsets, bleeding, and to normalize the general tone. It is effective as an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and astringent for inflammation and colds.
With skin diseases, hot baths with the addition of St. John's wort and chamomile are very effective. Baths are prepared from water at a temperature of 90 degrees, pouring a mixture of these herbs into it, and when the water has cooled to 40 degrees, the patient is immersed in it. This method is very effective. They treat various inflammations on the skin (acne and female inflammatory diseases).
With chronic gastritis, there are often excruciating pains in the stomach. A wonderful painkiller will be the drug collection, which contains St. John's wort. Do not forget about the healing properties of the grass, if you have a fast heartbeat. In this case, St. John's wort will be not only useful, but simply irreplaceable, since among its healing properties there is also the ability to calm. Therefore, with frequent heartbeats, this grass will be very useful.
In general, St. John's wort is very effective in preventing disease. When ingested a decoction of it, your immunity will actively begin to resist bacteria. Considering the beneficial properties of St. John's wort, one cannot but mention how effective this plant is in the treatment of kidney diseases, as well as diseases of the urinary tract. It has anti-inflammatory, astringent, diuretic and hemostatic effects, which is extremely important in the treatment of diseases associated with impaired renal function.
St. John's wort is also effective in treating uterine inflammation, which, as mentioned above, has an anti-inflammatory effect. To do this, you need to brew a tablespoon of grass in 200 g of boiling water, boil it for 15 minutes, then strain. Broth drink ¼ cup three times a day.
Menopausal syndrome is often accompanied by disorders of the endocrine, nervous, and cardiovascular systems. A decoction of St. John's wort in this case will be simply necessary. Among other things, St. John's wort is an excellent wound healing agent. It is recommended to apply fresh crushed leaves to the wounds. They contribute to the rapid healing of wounds, as this is plus an excellent antiseptic.
And St. John's wort oil is used in the treatment of stomatitis, periodontal disease, peptic ulcer disease, kidney and stone diseases and diseases of the bile ducts. When used internally, it can relieve spasms, regulate peripheral blood circulation and the filtration ability of the kidneys, and also soothes stomach pains. The oil has an excellent diuretic effect, and the disinfectants contained in it help prevent cystitis. St. John's wort oil can help with severe burns, as well as animal bites, even when the wounds do not heal for a long time.
But also has St. John's wort contraindications :
- it is not recommended to be used for a long time, since bitterness in the mouth or unpleasant sensations in the liver can occur. With prolonged use, it can cause temporary impotence;
- in its pure form, St. John's wort can not be used for hypertension, since it increases pressure;
- with sensitivity to the sun, St. John's wort is not worth taking. And if you accept, try not to go out temporarily in the sun. The plant increases the body's sensitivity to ultraviolet light, and this can threaten a blow;
- it is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women;
- St. John's wort cannot be combined with certain drugs, in particular with antidepressants, anticoagulants and cardiac drugs, with antibiotics and anesthetics, with contraceptives, as well as with medicines prescribed for AIDS, since it reduces their effect.
It is advisable to use St. John's wort as prescribed by a doctor, in compliance with the terms and rules of treatment. Now, knowing what St. John's wort is, its healing properties and contraindications for use, you can begin to benefit from it.
Be healthy!