St. John's wort

Yellow mood supplement

St.

John's wort is a flowering plant with yellow blossoms, widely used as an herbal remedy for mild depression and anxiety.

The plant blooms around the feast day of St.

John the Baptist in late June, giving it its name.

Available as supplements, teas, and extracts, it can interact dangerously with prescription medications: Check with your doctor before taking St. John's wort.

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Medicine requiring medical authorization

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