Guest guest Posted May 10, 2005 Report Share Posted May 10, 2005 I've heard that it's used for depression. I have not worked with it myself but I think if anyone needs help from being depressed then they should go take a nice relaxing walk. Go to a park or something. Is that what you were asking about? I've Never seen it used while working for other herbalists, though I do recall there being OTHER uses for it that had nothing to do with depression. Sincerely, Zeb herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of themusiclives04 Monday, May 09, 2005 10:07 PM herbal remedies Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort Can anyone tell me what exactly does this do for you? Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 10, 2005 Report Share Posted May 10, 2005 I have used St. John's wort myself and know many other people who have used it as well. It's for mild to moderate depression, for instance SAD (seasonal affective disorder), PMS and during menopause. It's important to purchase a quality standardized extract which any knowledgable person in a health food store should be able to point out. Also, do not take St. John's Wort at the same time as a prescription antidepressant and, it may create sensitivity to the sun. And, it can be used externally for wounds and burns. However, if one is clinically depressed, one should see a MD. Hope this answers your question. Pink > I've heard that it's used for depression. I have not worked with it myself > but I think if anyone needs help from being depressed then they should go > take a nice relaxing walk. Go to a park or something. > > Is that what you were asking about? I've Never seen it used while working > for other herbalists, though I do recall there being OTHER uses for it that > had nothing to do with depression. > > Sincerely, > > Zeb > > > herbal remedies > [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of themusiclives04 > Monday, May 09, 2005 10:07 PM > herbal remedies > Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort > > Can anyone tell me what exactly does this do for you? > Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: > 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. > 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural > remedy. > 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to > prescribe for your own health. > We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as > they behave themselves. > Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person > following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. > It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from > list members, you are agreeing to > be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and > members free of any liability. > > Dr. Ian Shillington > Doctor of Naturopathy > Dr.IanShillington@G... > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2005 Report Share Posted May 11, 2005 I hope it doesn’t cost me the ban for this group. But I figured for my own life and I watched others that the best natural method for depression is Marijuana It supports both the mental and physical aspect of a depression. May its revolute or insane. But I strongly believe that Marijuana is a door may be not the finest to hear, feel to your body and spirit. But on the end, fact is, Marijuana is found in the pyramids. It is a very old plant with amazing characteristics. And it’s illegal for which purpose? I can’t remember…. Mike Singeisen herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Zeb May 10, 2005 10:30 AM herbal remedies RE: Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort I've heard that it's used for depression. I have not worked with it myself but I think if anyone needs help from being depressed then they should go take a nice relaxing walk. Go to a park or something. Is that what you were asking about? I've Never seen it used while working for other herbalists, though I do recall there being OTHER uses for it that had nothing to do with depression. Sincerely, Zeb herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of themusiclives04 Monday, May 09, 2005 10:07 PM herbal remedies Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort Can anyone tell me what exactly does this do for you? Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2005 Report Share Posted May 11, 2005 Oh Pink, that'd only depress them more. Drugs I guarantee is the answer they will get. The MD's are becoming legal drug pushers, so gross that it's out in the open now and we even call them drugs yet no one wonders.... " Street drugs...? Over the counter drugs....? Ah Hah, they're both DRUGS!!! " You need drug A to " fix " your depression (meaning so you cannot even feel the bad feeling anymore, just NUMB) and then later you need DRUG B to get off of drug A. Oops we just found that drug B is even more addicting than drug A... we take DRUG B and replace with DRUG C. Oh... this one has hardly any real visible problems, we'll sell it as the new wonder DRUG. So C get out and only 5 years later when enough people notice and start keeping a statistic of deaths and overdoses do the do the familiar oopsies... ehh hemm... me me meeee... Hello fellow citizens we have come to find that this DRUG is not the best to use for so and so.... Blah blah blah blah. All of it BS to hide that they in fact NEW that it was highly addictive, made mothers eat their daughters arms and dogs attack their owners and consume them only to be found days later with the corpse. So the common denominator her is DRUGS KILL. Some would say, well they do not kill like a gun. But the do, just a very slow one. It's MD's selling these things to trusting people counting on the MD to tell em like it is. Not sell em like its Bizz. Sorry about the rambling, I just cannot stand it when someone says, go to your MD without adding that they may try and drug you but you can simple " SAY NO TO DRUGS " . Zeb herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of pink6272000 Tuesday, May 10, 2005 6:40 PM herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort I have used St. John's wort myself and know many other people who have used it as well. It's for mild to moderate depression, for instance SAD (seasonal affective disorder), PMS and during menopause. It's important to purchase a quality standardized extract which any knowledgable person in a health food store should be able to point out. Also, do not take St. John's Wort at the same time as a prescription antidepressant and, it may create sensitivity to the sun. And, it can be used externally for wounds and burns. However, if one is clinically depressed, one should see a MD. Hope this answers your question. Pink > I've heard that it's used for depression. I have not worked with it myself > but I think if anyone needs help from being depressed then they should go > take a nice relaxing walk. Go to a park or something. > > Is that what you were asking about? I've Never seen it used while working > for other herbalists, though I do recall there being OTHER uses for it that > had nothing to do with depression. > > Sincerely, > > Zeb > > > herbal remedies > [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of themusiclives04 > Monday, May 09, 2005 10:07 PM > herbal remedies > Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort > > Can anyone tell me what exactly does this do for you? > Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: > 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. > 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural > remedy. > 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to > prescribe for your own health. > We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as > they behave themselves. > Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person > following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. > It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from > list members, you are agreeing to > be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and > members free of any liability. > > Dr. Ian Shillington > Doctor of Naturopathy > Dr.IanShillington@G... > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2005 Report Share Posted May 11, 2005 very good post thanks for giving me that umph to toss all the synthetic drugs in my house that I am becomming dependent on. Bless you fir being able to speak your mind - God gave you that gift for a reason hugs Deana Zeb wrote: > Oh Pink, that'd only depress them more. Drugs I guarantee is the answer > they will get. The MD's are becoming legal drug pushers, so gross > that it's > out in the open now and we even call them drugs yet no one wonders.... > " Street drugs...? Over the counter drugs....? Ah Hah, they're both > DRUGS!!! " > > You need drug A to " fix " your depression (meaning so you cannot even feel > the bad feeling anymore, just NUMB) and then later you need DRUG B to get > off of drug A. Oops we just found that drug B is even more addicting than > drug A... we take DRUG B and replace with DRUG C. Oh... this one has > hardly > any real visible problems, we'll sell it as the new wonder DRUG. So C get > out and only 5 years later when enough people notice and start keeping a > statistic of deaths and overdoses do the do the familiar oopsies... ehh > hemm... me me meeee... Hello fellow citizens we have come to find that > this DRUG is not the best to use for so and so.... Blah blah blah blah. > All of it BS to hide that they in fact NEW that it was highly addictive, > made mothers eat their daughters arms and dogs attack their owners and > consume them only to be found days later with the corpse. > > So the common denominator her is DRUGS KILL. Some would say, well they do > not kill like a gun. But the do, just a very slow one. It's MD's selling > these things to trusting people counting on the MD to tell em like it is. > Not sell em like its Bizz. > > Sorry about the rambling, I just cannot stand it when someone says, go to > your MD without adding that they may try and drug you but you can simple > " SAY NO TO DRUGS " . > > Zeb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 I don’t think that’ll get you booted, we’re supposed to talk about natural methods here. Now I’m sure your not surprised when I say I disagree with you. But that is only because I believe the only reason people turn to any form of drug is when they have given up on themselves. Here is the real deal behind Mr. Zeb. If you give up on yourself you will start to rely on other things. I have never given up on myself. One time I had a screaming headache the likes of which I’ve never had and never want to exp. ever again. I took half an Excedrin. Never again. I felt everything but the headache go dull and a tiny bit muted. What a waste. So I decided that that wasn’t a solution. So MJ isn’t a real solution to me, in my opinion just something to hide behind and get away from reality a bit so you can go on living a but longer without facing day to day problems. Instead I find a really good book and “Wham” I’m out of it and enjoying myself ignoring life around me. Then I finish the book and poof there’s life, right where I left it. Zeb herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Mike Singeisen Tuesday, May 10, 2005 7:24 PM herbal remedies RE: Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort I hope it doesn’t cost me the ban for this group. But I figured for my own life and I watched others that the best natural method for depression is Marijuana It supports both the mental and physical aspect of a depression. May its revolute or insane. But I strongly believe that Marijuana is a door may be not the finest to hear, feel to your body and spirit. But on the end, fact is, Marijuana is found in the pyramids. It is a very old plant with amazing characteristics. And it’s illegal for which purpose? I can’t remember…. Mike Singeisen herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Zeb May 10, 2005 10:30 AM herbal remedies RE: Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort I've heard that it's used for depression. I have not worked with it myself but I think if anyone needs help from being depressed then they should go take a nice relaxing walk. Go to a park or something. Is that what you were asking about? I've Never seen it used while working for other herbalists, though I do recall there being OTHER uses for it that had nothing to do with depression. Sincerely, Zeb herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of themusiclives04 Monday, May 09, 2005 10:07 PM herbal remedies Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort Can anyone tell me what exactly does this do for you? Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 Deana, It is always a pleasure to help others hon. Keep in there. You will find that this is a fun game to sort through and when you get done the freedom gained from this game will be knowing that you can and do eat and feed the body as it should be fed, that you need not worry about your health anymore. Gosh doesn't that sound GOOD! Love, Zeb " Because your future is important to me " herbal remedies [herbal remedies ] On Behalf Of Deana Brown Wednesday, May 11, 2005 9:37 AM herbal remedies Re: Herbal Remedies - St. John's wort very good post thanks for giving me that umph to toss all the synthetic drugs in my house that I am becomming dependent on. Bless you fir being able to speak your mind - God gave you that gift for a reason hugs Deana Zeb wrote: > Oh Pink, that'd only depress them more. Drugs I guarantee is the answer > they will get. The MD's are becoming legal drug pushers, so gross > that it's > out in the open now and we even call them drugs yet no one wonders.... > " Street drugs...? Over the counter drugs....? Ah Hah, they're both > DRUGS!!! " > > You need drug A to " fix " your depression (meaning so you cannot even feel > the bad feeling anymore, just NUMB) and then later you need DRUG B to get > off of drug A. Oops we just found that drug B is even more addicting than > drug A... we take DRUG B and replace with DRUG C. Oh... this one has > hardly > any real visible problems, we'll sell it as the new wonder DRUG. So C get > out and only 5 years later when enough people notice and start keeping a > statistic of deaths and overdoses do the do the familiar oopsies... ehh > hemm... me me meeee... Hello fellow citizens we have come to find that > this DRUG is not the best to use for so and so.... Blah blah blah blah. > All of it BS to hide that they in fact NEW that it was highly addictive, > made mothers eat their daughters arms and dogs attack their owners and > consume them only to be found days later with the corpse. > > So the common denominator her is DRUGS KILL. Some would say, well they do > not kill like a gun. But the do, just a very slow one. It's MD's selling > these things to trusting people counting on the MD to tell em like it is. > Not sell em like its Bizz. > > Sorry about the rambling, I just cannot stand it when someone says, go to > your MD without adding that they may try and drug you but you can simple > " SAY NO TO DRUGS " . > > Zeb Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and to prescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian Shillington Doctor of Naturopathy Dr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2005 Report Share Posted August 30, 2005 St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) Note: Don't use St. John's Wort if you are taking prescription medication for depression, anxiety or insomnia... Cindi St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) St. John's Wort is a perennial herb that is prevalent in the western part of the US and Canada. It spreads readily and is often considered an invasive pest or weed. It's bright yellow flowers begin to bloom around the summer solstice and they continue blooming through July. St. John's Wort was named centuries ago for Saint John the Baptist whose birthday was celebrated June 24 when the flowers were in full bloom. ( " Wort " is a Middle English word meaning " plant. " ) History shows that for 2,400 years it has been used as a safe and effective herbal medicine. Hippocrates himself, in 350 B.C. prescribed the herb's extracts for relief from ailments such as tuberculosis, jaundice, colds, insomnia and hysteria. Today this highly publicized herb has a reputation as the best natural anti-depressant around. It has been challenged in clinical studies against some of the best know pharmaceuticals such as Prozac, Zoloft and Paxil for mild to moderate forms of depression. The findings have been undeniable. It works just as well without the serious side effects pharmicutials often have. St. John's Wort is not a sedative and it's very discrete. You do not feel the effects, but you will notice the changes in yourself. Getting upset easily, emotional ups and downs from stress, menopause, and PMS are all alleviated with this herb. Other benefits not often mentioned are it's ability to strengthen the immune system, giving you more energy, and over prolonged use, increasing mental clarity. Side effects are few and the benefits are many. No wonder so many are experimenting with this natural, easy growing herb. Scientists still have not discovered why and how this herb works although it is believed that it increases the availability of serotonin in synapses. And it also increases the availability of norepinephrine, which increases energy and alertness and dopamine, which increases the feeling of well-being. St. John's Wort contains flavonoids and xanthones that are MAO inhibitors. MAO inhibitors increase the level of nerve impulse transmitters in the brain that maintain normal mood and emotional stability. The medical research conducted today is focusing mainly on its anti-depressant abilities, however this herb has many more therapeutic values worth mentioning. St. John's Wort has been demonstrated to increase theta waves in the brain. Theta waves normally occur during sleep and have been associated with deep meditation, serene pleasure and heightened creativity. It has been used to relieve menstrual cramping, arthritis and more. It soothes the digestive system, being used for ulcers, gastritis, diarrhea, and nausea. It's antibiotic properties help heal cuts, wounds, bruises, skin ulcers and shingles. St. John's Wort has a large list of healing benefits including: Promoting restful sleep improved capillary circulation cardiac circulation eases gastrointestianal distress relieves discomfort associated with PMS It's emotional benefits include: relieving tension anxiety fatigue insomnia seasonal affect disorders irritability It enhances sociability, increases alertness, improves mood, productivity and motivation. Great for use with pre-menopausal women and alleviating the symptoms of hormonal change and treating decreased vitality. It seems to take the edge off a bit. St. John's Wort is currently available over-the-counter in several forms: Capsules, Tea, Oil and Tinctures. The capsules include the active ingredient hypercin. Make sure you check the label for standardized at 300mg; 0.3 hypericin content. The tea is made from the whole herb. There is no standardization and all the healing benefits of the plant are intact. The infused oil is the yellow flowers infused in olive oil. It is red in color and an excellent antiseptic. Used externally as a massage oil to ease joint pain, inflammation and sprains, bruises, wounds, and hemorrhoids. Tinctures are crushed flowers steeped in alcohol. Used externally to disinfect wounds and first-degree burns. Also improves capillary circulation. St. John's Wort is a very safe herb with few side effects. However, be aware that it may cause photosensitivity. It is important to avoid overexposure to direct sunlight from activities such as skiing, sunbathing or light boxes when using this herb. Also do not take St. John's Wort if you are already taking a prescribed anti-depressant. It is important to note: it takes from 2-6 weeks for St. John's Wort to accumulate in the body and for the effects to take place. Be patient, many people notice the effects much sooner. Dried St. John's Wort Usage Bath - Great for skin problems and healing inflammation and wounds. Make an infusion and add to bath water. Tea - Mild in flavor. Use up to 1 teaspoon dried herb per cup of tea. Easily mixed with other herbs to increase consumption. Drink 3 cups per day for depression, anxiety and to boost the immune system and increase mental clarity. Compress - Make an infusion of the dried herb. Can be used hot or cold for headaches, wounds and rashes. Infused Oil Usage Massage - To ease joint pain, inflammation and sprains. Also for varicose veins, scalds, arthritis and more. Skin Healing - Good to use topically for wounds, sunburn, burns, and post-operative scars. There is a lot of information on the internet about St. John's Wort. If you want to read more about the herb and the scientific findings, visit any of these great sites devoted to St. John's Wort. St. John's Wellness - http://www.stjohnswellness.com<http://www.stjohnswellness.com/> The Hypericum (St. John's Wort) & Depression Home Page. http://www.hypericum.com<http://www.hypericum.com/> Kelly's St. John's Wort pages http://www.sjwinfo.org/geninfo.htm<http://www.sjwinfo.org/geninfo.htm> -- Diana Gonzalez Nothing wastes more energy than worrying - the longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously - live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets. -Unknown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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