St. John's wort is a cure for a thousand ailments

Stating that St. John's wort is a flowering plant species with approximately 700 known varieties and is found throughout the world except in extremely cold or dry regions, Karabulut said, “Although most of the genera are mostly tropical, Hypericum and Triadenum are found in temperate regions. Molecular data support that Hypericaceae is monophyletic.”

Karabulut, noting that St. John's wort has small transparent circles that resemble the sun and contain a dark red medicinal oil, stated, “The flowers are usually yellow, sometimes with four or five petals dotted with black spots; there are many stamens on long filaments; three to five styles, usually fused at the base. The fruit is a dehiscent capsule that releases thin black seeds when ripe.”

Explaining that St. John's wort is widely used as an antidepressant, especially in Germany, Prof. Dr. Karabulut listed the health benefits of the plant as follows:

"It functions as a mild sedative and antispasmodic, helping with insomnia and anxiety. The plant has pain-relieving and healing properties, particularly supporting recovery after neuralgia, sciatica, and nerve damage. Externally, it is added to oil to heal wounds, bruises, and burns. St. John's wort can cause sensitivity to the sun in some cases; this property has been used in cancer treatment. 

It helps alleviate pain caused by injuries occurring in the body. St. John's wort tea helps regulate nighttime sleep. For menstrual cramps, St. John's wort can be consumed warm during a woman's period, either on an empty or full stomach, in the morning and evening. St. John's wort tea is recommended for children who suffer from bedwetting. 

The calming effect of St. John's wort tea plays an effective role in the treatment of this problem. Having a calming effect, St. John's wort supports the treatment of panic disorder. Due to the relationship between St. John's wort and depression, it has attracted attention as a plant prescribed for many years in Europe. You can consume St. John's wort tea for relaxation, especially on days when you are nervous and stressed.

St. John's wort can be used in oil form in the treatment of hemorrhoids. When St. John's wort oil is applied to hemorrhoid wounds along with honey, it shows a pain-reducing effect. St. John's wort is effective on acne scars. St. John's wort oil applied to acne scars allows the spots to heal quickly. St. John's wort is also effective in the treatment of migraines. St. John's wort tea is good for migraine attacks, and massaging the head area with St. John's wort oil can prevent migraine crises. So, is St. John's wort good for the stomach? Due to its wound-healing properties, St. John's wort is good for the stomach in cases of ulcers or gastritis. St. John's wort syrup, when consumed before bedtime, is good for insomnia, especially for those who have sleep problems."

Stating that the components of St. John's wort show antiviral activity against viruses such as the flu, Herpes simplex 1 and 2 in a laboratory environment, Karabulut also mentioned that the plant is used during Herpes outbreaks.

"IT KEEPS YOU FULL"

Expressing that the removal of toxic substances from the body facilitates access to fatty areas and makes the fat-burning process much simpler, Karabulut said, "It is recommended that you have meals with healthy plates and drink plenty of water. Because St. John's wort oil requires a body that strives to keep the metabolism active and accelerate fat burning.

Also, by ensuring the removal of edema along with toxic substances, St. John's wort facilitates weight loss. St. John's wort tea consumed before meals has a satiating property.

Flavonoids and essential oils that do not leave the stomach for a long time provide a feeling of fullness. St. John's wort supports the body in terms of weight loss. A St. John's wort cure made with St. John's wort tea drunk in the morning and evening helps you lose weight," she said.