Description
Taken internally, St John’s Wort has a sedative and pain reducing effect, which gives it a place in the treatment of neuralgia, anxiety, tension, and similar problems.
It is especially regarded as a herb to use where there are menopausal changes, triggering irritability and anxiety.
It is recommended, however, it will not be used when there is marked depression.
In addition to neuralgic pain, it will ease fibrositis, sciatica and rheumatic pain.
Externally St John’s Wort is a valuable healing and anti-inflammatory remedy.
As a lotion it will speed the healing of wounds and bruises, varicose veins and mild burns. The oil is especially useful in the healing of sunburn.