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St. John's Wort (1000mcg Hypericin) 60 Tablets
Did you know? In Germany doctors prescribe St John's Wort for depression. So why not cheer up with `Hypericin' - the pigment and powerful therapeutic ingredient found in this humble herb? Millions of people suffer from anxiety and depression and until recently many GPs responded by prescribing antidepressants. But over the past few decades many of these drugs have been shown to have more risks than benefits. Hypericin and various other substances (such as `Hyperforin') found in St John's Wort are believed to aid emotional stability and improve mood by increasing levels of neurotransmitters (natural chemicals used to communicate) within the brain. Thought to be named after St. John's Day (June 24th - when the plant normally blooms) and `wort' (the old English term for plant); St John's Wort for depression is a common shrub-like herb with a golden yellow flower which can be found growing all over the world. St Johns Wort (often misspelt as 'St John's Wart') originates from Europe where it was first used centuries ago to heal wounds and calm nerves. It has since been used for various other ailments associated with nervous tension i.e. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Stress Menopausal Symptoms Anxiety Excitability and Insomnia. It is also believed to have antiviral/antibacterial properties. Its popularity has proliferated to such an extent that it has been embraced worldwide as an effective method for helping mild depressives. In fact the herb is regarded so highly by modern medicine that in Germany where doctors routinely prescribe herbal remedies St John's Wort is the most common form of antidepressant. Furthermore the prestigious `American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology' devoted a whole issue to 17 different papers reporting on its benefits. One study followed more than 3000 patients with mild to moderate depression and found that 80 percent of them were either feeling considerably better or completely free of symptoms after taking the herb for only four weeks. Evidently St John's Wort takes time to build up in the blood so allow at least four weeks before you begin to notice improvements. Each tablet contains 334mg of 0.3% standardised St John's Wort Extract providing over 1000mcg of the active ingredient Hypericin.
£2.95
Rhodiola Rosea Extract 250mg 60 Tablets
Could this be the secret to the sporting prowess of the Russians? This traditional herbal remedy is used the world over to help combat fatigue stress and depression. The Russians have been aware of its benefits for decades! Their impressive athletic ability is even thought to be partially due to Rhodiola supplementation: its active ingredients helping them adapt to stresses and strains during competition. `Rhodiola Rosea' is a plant native to the mountainous regions of Asia and parts of Europe and even the Arctic. Traditionally used to restore energy it is now mainly used to help with depression (caused by a lack of serotonin in the brain). Rhodiola works by improving the transfer of serotonin through the blood-brain barrier. As an `adaptogenic' it also helps the body deal with various mental and physical stresses. Out of all of the Rhodiola varieties available Rhodiola Rosea is the most popular. Our Rhodiola Rosea tablets use 250mg standardised extract providing: 100mg Polyphenols and 7.5mg Rosavins (the active compounds).
£5.95
Rhodiola Rosea Extract 250mg 180 Tablets
Could this be the secret to the sporting prowess of the Russians? This traditional herbal remedy is used the world over to help combat fatigue stress and depression. The Russians have been aware of its benefits for decades! Their impressive athletic ability is even thought to be partially due to Rhodiola supplementation: its active ingredients helping them adapt to stresses and strains during competition. `Rhodiola Rosea' is a plant native to the mountainous regions of Asia and parts of Europe and even the Arctic. Traditionally used to restore energy it is now mainly used to help with depression (caused by a lack of serotonin in the brain). Rhodiola works by improving the transfer of serotonin through the blood-brain barrier. As an `adaptogenic' it also helps the body deal with various mental and physical stresses. Out of all of the Rhodiola varieties available Rhodiola Rosea is the most popular. Our Rhodiola Rosea tablets use 250mg standardised extract providing: 100mg Polyphenols and 7.5mg Rosavins (the active compounds).
£9.95
St. John's Wort (1000mcg Hypericin) 360 Tablets
Did you know? In Germany doctors prescribe St John's Wort for depression. So why not cheer up with `Hypericin' - the pigment and powerful therapeutic ingredient found in this humble herb? Millions of people suffer from anxiety and depression and until recently many GPs responded by prescribing antidepressants. But over the past few decades many of these drugs have been shown to have more risks than benefits. Hypericin and various other substances (such as `Hyperforin') found in St John's Wort are believed to aid emotional stability and improve mood by increasing levels of neurotransmitters (natural chemicals used to communicate) within the brain. Thought to be named after St. John's Day (June 24th - when the plant normally blooms) and `wort' (the old English term for plant); St John's Wort for depression is a common shrub-like herb with a golden yellow flower which can be found growing all over the world. St Johns Wort (often misspelt as 'St John's Wart') originates from Europe where it was first used centuries ago to heal wounds and calm nerves. It has since been used for various other ailments associated with nervous tension i.e. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Stress Menopausal Symptoms Anxiety Excitability and Insomnia. It is also believed to have antiviral/antibacterial properties. Its popularity has proliferated to such an extent that it has been embraced worldwide as an effective method for helping mild depressives. In fact the herb is regarded so highly by modern medicine that in Germany where doctors routinely prescribe herbal remedies St John's Wort is the most common form of antidepressant. Furthermore the prestigious `American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology' devoted a whole issue to 17 different papers reporting on its benefits. One study followed more than 3000 patients with mild to moderate depression and found that 80 percent of them were either feeling considerably better or completely free of symptoms after taking the herb for only four weeks. Evidently St John's Wort takes time to build up in the blood so allow at least four weeks before you begin to notice improvements. Each tablet contains 334mg of 0.3% standardised St John's Wort Extract providing over 1000mcg of the active ingredient Hypericin.
£11.95