st johns wort

[rabbits]

Anyone tried this for depression? Was it any good?

[Ethel]

I tried it - but had to discontinue it because of the dreadful side effects. I have bowel problems and the st johns' wort made it much worse.

Have a careful read here - you cannot take it if you certain conditions or are taking some medicines. It can also reduce the effectiveness of the contraceptive pill.

http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/Factsheets/ Treatments+and+drugs/St+Johns+Wort++-+Hypericu m+perforatum.htm

[whiffey]

It's very good if your depression is not too severe.

(excellent value in ASDA btw)

[fee-is-me]

Yes. Yes.

[cosyrosy]

it takes a while to kick in- but if it suits you it is a really good remedy for mild depression-and can be taken long term,too. it just got me through one of the most horrendous years of my life - hope it works for you , too