Natural Ways to Treat Depression-St. John’s Wort

St. John’s Wort has been a common herbal plant that has been used for centuries.  It has been used as a anti-inflammatory for muscle strains and pains and it also relieves swelling.  It has been know to treat depression and anxiety. The plant has tiny yellow flowers and is known to be high in hypericin and other flavonoid compounds.  If the flower bud is crushed, a burgundy red juice oozes out. St. John’s Wort Oil is helpful when it is applied to bruises and wounds.  It has been found to have a potential as a cancer-fighting drug.