"This herb is as effective in treating mild to moderate depression as any of the pharmaceutical medications such as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), most famously Prozac. Let me make it clear: I am not talking about using the herb in major depressions where the patient is suicidal or a danger to others, nor am I talking about day-to-day blues.
‘Mild to moderate’ depression can be debilitating and life-changing in a negative way. Good treatment is essential.
I will carry on recommending this herb because it’s much kinder to patients. It’s very well tolerated, with most patients seeing fast results, with few side-effects and fewer withdrawal symptoms.
There are many studies that have found St John's wort to be effective and well-tolerated
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