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Ancient Greece believed the fragrance of St. John's wort caused evil spirits to fly away.
Christian priests in the middle ages continued to believe their pagan forebears' example by using the plant in exorcism. European peasants would wear a sprig of St. John's wort as a charm against witchcraft. Christians changed the herb into a symbol of St. John The Baptist.
... was used for melancholia and maddiness based on ancient beliefs. Soothing properties made of special value in the treatment of wounds.
... wort does contain hypericin which is a photosensitizing reacting with light that can cause skin burns in a light skinned persons.
Used as an astringent for bruises, skin irritations, insect bites and other wounds. Excellent for the Nervous system to calm the nerves.
Not to be used during phototherapy. Fair-skinned persons should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight during use. May decrease the blood levels of certain orally administered drugs. Consult your doctor before taking with medications.
St. John's Wort is harvested on June 24th, St. John's designated birthday.
If you crush the flower buds between your fingers and see a red substance (that's hypericin, the main medicinal constituent), then it is prime for harvesting.
THE BEST AND MOST COMMON WAYS TO USE ST. JOHN'S WORT IS TO MAKE AN INFUSED OIL, SALVE, TEA.
QUICK METHOD FOR HEAT-INFUSED OILS
Place herbs in crock-pot (most crockpots lowest temperature starts at 200 degrees which is too hot for a proper infusion), double boiler and cover with organic extra virgin olive oil (or other carrier oil of choice, I use grapeseed oil), leaving at least an inch or two of oil above the herbs.
Gently heat the herbs over very low heat (preferably between 100° and 140° F for 1 to 5 hours, until the oil takes on the color and scent of the herb. Turn off heat and allow to cool. Once oil is cooled, strain using cheesecloth.
Bottle in dry, sterilized glass bottles. Be sure to label your bottles with the date and contents before storing them. Store in a cool, dark, dry place for up to six months. Vitamin E oil at a concentration of up to 1% may also be added to prolong shelf life for oils to be used topically.
Oil may be used topically, or as a flavored cooking oil.
Cup of Tea
1 teaspoon of St. John's wort
4-6 ounces of boiling water
Honey to taste
Once water reaches boiling point, pour over St. John's Wort, cap the tea cup and allow to steep for 10-15 minutes. Find your comfy chair, feet up, relax and enjoy!
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