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St. John’s wort is a perennial herbaceous plant, which is one of the most effective in therapeutic practice.
Vitamin composition
The plant contains:
- Flavone compounds;
- Ascorbic and nicotinic acids;
- Saponins;
- Carotene;
- Tocopherol;
- Hypericin;
- Choline;
- Tannic, resinous and bitter substances.
Effect
It has anti-inflammatory, astringent, sedative, antiviral effect. It is used in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases, in gynecology, for the treatment of depression, wound treatment.
Cooking method
One tablespoon of St. John’s wort (10 g) is placed in a glass or enameled dish, 100 ml (1/2 cup) of boiling water is poured, covered with a lid, infused for 15 minutes and filtered. The volume of the resulting infusion is brought to 100 ml with boiled water .
Take inside in a warm form 1/2 cup 2 times a day 30 minutes before meals. The course of treatment is 2-3 weeks.
Side effect
Allergic reactions are possible. When ingested, it has a photosensitizing effect (hypersensitivity of the skin to sunlight), with prolonged use it can cause unpleasant sensations in the liver (in the right hypochondrium) and a feeling of bitterness in the mouth.
Contraindications to use
Hypersensitivity, children under 12 years of age. When ingested — pregnancy, lactation.
Consult a specialist before use.