does st. johns wort really work for depression?

Answer 1

the mayo clinic says yes and no (some proof mild depression but none for major)


St. John's wort.
St. John's wort is an herbal preparation from the Hypericum perforatum plant. It has long been used in folk medicine, and today it's widely prescribed in Europe to treat anxiety and depression. In the United States, it's sold in health food stores and pharmacies in the form of tablets or tea.

European studies suggest that St. John's wort may work as well as antidepressants in mild depression and with fewer side effects. However, some studies have found that St. John's wort isn't effective in treating major depression. Adverse reactions include dry mouth, dizziness, digestive problems, fatigue, headache and sexual problems. In most cases, signs and symptoms are mild. Of concern is that St. John's wort can interfere with the effectiveness of prescription medications, including antidepressants, drugs to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections and AIDS, and drugs to prevent organ rejection in people who've had transplants.

Answer 2

I don't know but laughter does. It says in God's word that Laughter is good medicine (in proverbs). Try laughing for a while and see if your still depressed.

Answer 3

Yer it works!

Answer 4

maybe a little, but not like meds.