How to make
St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) or St. John's wort is a magical herb, because its antidepressant qualities have been scientifically proven.
St. John's wort tones the nervous system in neurogenic depressive states and depression, in psychovegetative syndrome and fear neurosis.
The herb increases the level of serotonin (hormone of happiness), which is believed to be responsible for a person's mood.
If you get dark thoughts, make St. John's Wort Tea.
The drug is administered in the form of a decoction.
Pour two tablespoons of the chopped dried herb with 400 ml of boiling water and simmer it for 5 minutes. The water must not boil!
Leave it to soak for 60 minutes.
After straining, 120 ml of the the decoction is taken 3 times a day after meals.
For headaches and migraines, it is recommended to drink a cup of tea in the morning, noon and evening.
A cup of tea with a spoonful of honey made in the evening is an excellent remedy for insomnia.
The antimicrobial effect of the herb is due to the content of phytoncides, which are active against a large number of bacteria.
The anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect of St. John's Wort Tea is due to the flavonoid glycosides, which soothe the mucous membranes of the mouth, stomach and intestines.
The herb has healing effects for hyperacidity, gastritis and gastric ulcer.
St. John's wort is also beneficial for the kidneys, liver, gall bladder - it soothes kidney pain, helps to clear kidney stones, soothes the inflamed mucous membrane of the bladder.
For acne St. John's Wort and white yarrow tea in equal amounts is recommended.
It is taken twice a day. For a better effect, add flowers from the herb to the steam bath water. The skin becomes clean and it clears the complexion.
