I love St Johns Wort!😍#Repost @rosemarygladstar with @make_repost ・・・ St. John’s Wort In the 1990’s St. John’s Wort became, quite possibly, the number one herb used to treat depression and anxiety ~ the “happy herb” of the decade. A classic herb for nerve damage and depression, SJW has been used for centuries. It is primarily valued as a remedy for damaged nerve endings such as in burns, neuralgia, wounds, bruises, and other trauma of the skin. It is also often used to relieve stress, mild depression and anxiety, seasonal affective disorder, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue. Although SJW is effective for depression, it is best used for mild cases, rather than serious or long-standing depression and also works best when used in conjunction with other holistic supportive therapies that include counseling, massage, and foods that nourish the nervous system. Lavender and Lemon Balm for depression and chamomile for children and young people with emotional upheaval! I frequently combine with Passionflower for anxiety and stress. If you are on prescription or over-the-counter antidepressants, it is always best to work with a health care practitioner! Some people may have sensitivity to the sun or may be susceptible to skin rashes. Be mindful when taking SJW with sun exposure! The flowers and leaves are used in tinctures, oils, capsules and tea. The beautiful red oil made magically from the cheerful yellow flowers is wonderful “trauma” oil and can be used for burns, bruises, and injuries of all kinds. In good health, Rosemary #rosemarygladstar #herbs #herbschool #sjw https://scienceandartofherbalism.com/ #DrLaTina #authenticallylivingnaturalhealthandwellness #authenticallylivingnatural #alnhealthandwellness #healthyeating #healthyeatinghabits #healthyeatingwhiletraveling #selflove #selflovejourney #rvlifestye #travelingdoctor #vegetarian #travelingyogi #naturopathicdoctor #travelingvegetarian #glutenfreevegetarian #glutenfreetravel #yogi #healthynutriousdelicious #naturopathy #healthyfood #healthyfoodie #glutenfree #vegetarian #healthymemphis (at Plant Medicine Healing) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCwVh6ul4dx/?igshid=1w27djujm77ng