Hilde Hemmes St John's Wort Loose Herb
St John's wort is a native European plant with a long history, dating back to the times of Dioscorides and Hippocrates. It is also called hypericum and has been used to treat nervous disorders since the time of the Swiss physician Paracelsus
(1493-1541).
In recent years, clinical trials have shown that
St John's wort can assist significantly in the management of mood swings, which
supports its traditional nervine uses. In fact, it is one of the best-known
herbs for treating nervous conditions. The therapeutic dose helps relieve
symptoms of anxiety, nervous unrest, restlessness and sleeplessness.
Medicinal Use
Hilde Hemmes St John's Wort Loose Herb take to assist in the management of mood
swings and to relieve symptoms of anxiety, nervous unrest, restlessness and
sleeplessness.
Claims are based on traditional use in western
herbal medicine.
Active Ingredients
Contains St John's wort (Hypericum
perforatum) herb dry:
- 2 g per teabag
- 1.1 g per 5 mL level metric spoon
Features / Benefits
- Listed with the Therapeutic Goods
Administration (TGA) as a herbal medicine.
- Contains appropriate information based on latest findings.
- Contains no artificial colours, preservatives, caffeine, gluten, sugars or
lactose.
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
- Teabags are packed in long-life foil bags to retain freshness and potency.
- Least expensive way of taking a herbal medicine.
Dosage of Hilde Hemmes St John's Wort Loose Herb
Infuse one teabag (or two 5 mL level
metric teaspoons) with one cup of boiling water, steep and cover for ten
minutes.
Adults: take one cup twice daily.
Children from 6 to 12 years: take one cup daily.
Precautions
Use only as directed.
If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.
Photosensitivity may develop, especially in people with fair skin.
Medical advice is recommended during pregnancy and lactation.
Duration of use
Favorable results can be expected between 10-14 days.
Interactions with other drugs
Hilde Hemmes St John's Wort Loose Herb affects the way some
prescription medicines work - consult your doctor.
