Description

MRM's St. John's Wort features a maximum strength, standardized herbal extract of St. John's Wort. St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) has been used for centuries in Europe as a medicinal herb to treat various health problems. St. John's Wort is used today as an anti-depressant to improve mood and relieve anxiety and stress.

St. John's Wort contains medicinally active flavonoids, hypericin and hyperforin. Studies suggest that hypericin and hyperforin increase the release of the "feel good" neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine. By making more of these neurotransmitters available to the brain, St. John's Wort helps improve mood and prevent feelings of depression, anxiety and stress.

Research suggests that St. John's Wort may be as effective as prescribed drugs such as tricyclic anti-depressants and SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). One study, published in the British Medical Journal, found that St. John's Wort was as effective as paroxetine (SSRIs) in treating depression. "In the treatment of moderate to severe major depression, hypericum extract WS 5570 is at least as effective as paroxetine and is better tolerated," the study authors conclude.

Pros

Containing 450 mg of St. John's Wort per capsule, MRM's formula provides an easy and convenient way to benefit from St. John's Wort. Standardized to contain 0.3% hypericins, MRM promises maximum potency.

The nutrients in St. John's Wort have the following benefits:

• Improves mood disorders such as depression
• Relieves stress
• Enhances well-being

Cons

Certain people may experience abdominal discomfort, fatigue and skin rash.

St. John's Wort may cause phototoxicity, making the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Therefore, those with fair skin should avoid heavy exposure to the sun while taking St. John's Wort.

Pregnant or lactating women and people with medical conditions or on medications should consult a physician before taking St. John's Wort.

Be aware that some drugs may interact with the nutrients in St. John's Wort including:

• Atazanavir
• Benzodiazepines
• Chemotherapy
• Cyclosporine
• Digoxin
• Fexofenadine
• Fluoxetine
• Fluvoxamine
• Fosamprenavir
• HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
• Indinavir
• Nefazodone
• Omeprazole
• Oral contraceptive
• Paroxetine
• Serraline
• Theophylline/Aminophylline
• Trazodone
• Tricyclic antidepressants
• Venlataxine

Is it for you?

If you want to improve mood, relieve stress and enhance well-being, St. John's Wort offers proven health benefits.

However, pregnant or lactating women and people with medical conditions or on medications should consult a physician before taking St. John's Wort.

Dosage and Directions

Take 1 capsule up to 2 times daily with a meal, or as directed by your doctor.