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Arnica montana; Arctium lappa; Calendula officinalis; Galium aparine; Echinacea angustifolia; Hydrastis canadensis; Trifolium pratense; Ruta graveolens; Thuja occidentalis; Urtica dioica; Hamamelis virginiana.

HYPERICUM PERFOLIATUM

ST. JOHN'S WORT

Hypericum

(hypericum perfoliatum)

The most well known action of St. John's wort is in repairing nerve damage and reducing pain and inflammation. The herb has been used to relieve menstrual cramping, sciatica, and arthritis. Externally it is used on cuts as a antiseptic and to relieve inflammation and promote healing. The oil can be applied to sprains, bruises and varicose veins. Folk medicine has also used it as a treatment for cancer. Effective astringent that promotes wound healing and has antiviral properties that can counter herpes simplex, flu viruses and is being investigated as a treatment for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

Used for repairing nerve damage and reducing pain and inflammation. Sedative and pain reducing effect, which gives it a place in the treatment of neuralgia and muscular tension. Effect on inflamed rushes, cuts and sore skin.

The active constituents in the herb (there are over 50) include hypericin and pseudohypericin, flavonoids, tannins and procyanidins. The tannins are responsible for the astringent effect for wound healing. Hypericin increases capillary blood flow. Teams up with the herbs from this group.