Chiropractic → Natural Solution to Depression

People who are suffering from depression take prescription drugs to deal with their everyday life. These people may benefit greatly from natural herbal remedy that is time-tested instead of taking prescription medication. St. John's wort is well known for its treatment for mild to moderate symptoms of depression that may prove to be even more effective than antidepressants.

The definition of the word «wort» is medicinal plant. It is made from the extracts of Hypericum Perforatum plant also known as Tipton's weed. It has been prescribed in the European countries as a depression and sleep disorder treatment.

The Centre for Complementary Medicine in Munich, Germany recently conducted a study with 5,489 patients with symptoms of serious depression. The lead researcher Klaus Linde said that St. John's Wort used in the study were superior to the placebos and as effective as the antidepressants with less side effects. Also, interestingly enough, fewer persons taking the St. John's Wort dropped out of the study due to unpleasant side effects.

Although the study result proved the benefits of St. John's Wort, Linde suggests patients to be cautious when switching to the herbal remedy. «Using a St. John's wort extract might be justified, but products on the market vary considerably,» he said.

It is still very good to know the impact that St. John's Wort could have with the large population in the U.S. turning to prescription medication for even mild symptoms of depression. Based on the results of this study, many Americans can seek help without the use of these toxic and addictive drugs.

Source: Centre for Complementary Medicine. «St. John's Wort Relieves Symptoms of Major Depression.» October 2008.
www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2008-10/w-sjw100208.php

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