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medication. It is very effective for SAD (Seasonal Af- Peptic Ulcers, Gastric Problems: St John’s
fective Disorder) and OCD and is often paired with Wort attacks ulcers and gastric problems by calming
Lemon Balm. the digestive organs and by attacking the bacteria and
viruses that are causing the problem. It is effective
against infective digestive problems such as gastroen-
teritis, dysentery, and diarrhea.

Hemorrhoids: The oil of St John’s Wort is almost a
miracle cure for hemorrhoids. It effectively reduces the
inflammation, relieves the pain, and speeds the healing
process. Use the recipe below and apply topical to the
affected area 3x/day.

Epstein Barr Virus, Shingles, Hepatitis and
Herpes Virus: The healing properties of hypericin,
found in the petals and stems of St. John’s Wort, may
work as an anti-viral. It can also be applied externally
for herpes and shingles outbreaks.

Menopause, PMS and Menstrual Cramp- Removing Fluids and Toxins: The diuretic
ing: St John’s Wort reduces the symptoms of hormo- properties of St John’s wort help to remove fluids from
nal imbalances in menopause including depression the body and flush away toxins through urination.
and fatigue. It helps balance the hormones and stimu- Bedwetting in Childhood: Giving 5 to 10 drops
lates the organs, increasing the tone of the uterus. It is of St John’s wort tincture in the late afternoon can help
also beneficial for relieving cramping, bloating, and children with bedwetting problems. Flushing the ex-
mood symptoms of PMS. cess fluids out of the system before bedtime helps pre-

Opiate Withdrawal and Quitting Smoking: vent the buildup of fluids in the bladder.
St John’s Wort helps with the symptoms of mild opiate Arthritis and Gout: St John’s Wort reduces in-
withdrawal and aids people trying to quit smoking. It flammation and pain, relieving the symptoms of these
calms the nervous system and alleviates the physical joint diseases. For best results, use it daily as the ben-
symptoms of withdrawal from opiate-based drugs and efits increase over time as the inflamed joints heal.
helps relieve anxiety and depression for people quit-
ting smoking. Use an internal St John’s Wort Tincture
for this.
Cuts, Bruises, Burns, Sunburns, and Other
Injuries: Extracted St John’s Oil is an excellent anti-
septic and anti-viral and contains tannins that facili-
tate healing. Apply topically to heal burns, sunburns,
injuries, wounds, and infections.

Neuralgia, Bell’s Palsy and Nerve Pain:
Nerve pain and neuralgia benefit from topically ap-
plied oil and internal tincture or tea. You can also use
it for sharp and convulsive trigeminal neuralgia and
sciatica. Apply the oil or salve on the affected areas Chest Colds, Congestion, and Respiratory
3x/day. Disease: In addition to the anti-inflammatory and

Muscle Pains: For back pain, muscle pain, and gen- anti-microbial benefits of St John’s wort, it is also an
eral body aches, use St John’s Wort Oil or salve. It is effective expectorant that helps clear chest congestion
useful taken internally and when massaged externally and phlegm. It speeds healing of infections and com-
into the muscles. mon coughs and colds. It is also used against influenza.
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