ST. JOHN’S WORT COMPLEX
NIGHT-
GINKGO PLUS
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR ENERGY, STRESS AND MOOD
Mood problems involving melancholy, lethargy, lack of motivation and sadness are often labelled as Depression and are considered to be a state of mind by modern wetsern medicine. Herbal medicine, however, recognises a variety of causes of depression, many of which originate from disturbances of hormone balance or body processes. In addition to “Situational Depression”, which is a state of mind related to difficult or unhappy external circumstances, there are also a number of internal causes, namely “Hormonal” (including thyroid and adrenal imbalances) and “Gastric/Hepatic” (liver and digestive disturbances), which require a different approach to treatment.
Tonic herbs such as Ginseng have been used for centuries to restore and maintain energy levels. Research has also revealed that many of these herbs can increase our resistance to stress, as well as enhance physical performance. It is well known that stressful lives can lead to adrenal or thyroid fatigue and falling energy levels or “crashes”. Not surprisingly many of the tonic herbs have been shown to influence adrenal and thyroid function.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR MOOD
St. John's Wort is finding popularity as an alternative to anti-
Ingredients: Spirit, extracts of St. John's Wort flowering tops, Mimosa bark and Lemon Balm .
Indications: depression, low mood, melancholy, lethargy, “can’t be bothered”, Seasonal Affective Disorder. May be accompanied by insomnia, liverishness, irritability and gastric disturbances.
See also Liver/Gallbladder Cleanse
A formula for women who suffer from low mood or depression, which is linked to hormonal
imbalance. Often accompanies menstruation or period, but may be long-
Ingredients: Spirit, extracts of Black Cohosh and Night-
Indications: “Doom and Gloom” depression -
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR STRESS AND ENERGY
A soothing and relaxing formula for anxiety and nervous tension. Made from herbs which help to rebuild and revitalise the nervous system, easing stress and tension and helping to get a good nights rest. Reducing stress and nervous tension can help to lower blood pressure.
Ingredients: Spirit, extracts of Valerian root (20%), Ashwagandha, Skullcap herb, Chinese Polygala, Motherwort herb, Vervain herb and green Oats with essences of Larimar, Rose Quartz and Lepidolite
Indications: stress and nervous tension, worry, anxiety, excessive mental activity, often accompanied by sleep difficulties.
A blend of tonic herbs for depleted energy reserves often associated with thyroid
and adrenal insufficiency. For people who suffer from stress or regularly feel tired
and run-
May be combined with Valerian Complex where there is nervous tension, irritability or sleeplessness.
Ingredients: Spirit, extracts of Siberian Ginseng (24%), Gotu Kola, Liquorice root, Sarsaparilla, Asian Ginseng, Rhodiola root and Cayenne fruit.
Indications: stress, tiredness, constant low energy or lethargy. May be accompanied by frequent low grade illness, weight gain, low mood or ‘depression’ or sleep difficulties, as well as other physical changes. May follow a period of prolonged stress or illness.
HERBAL REMEDIES FOR MEMORY AND MENTAL PERFORMANCE
A popular formula for improving mental performance and memory. Helpful where there is mental sluggishness or tiredness with loss of concentration, mental agility and clarity. Helps to improve the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain, increasing alertness without over stimulating. Useful as a study aid or to slow the decline of mental faculties with advancing age.
Ingredients: Spirit, extracts of Spirit, extracts of Ginkgo leaf, Bacopa, Gotu Kola, Guarana, green Oats, Rhodiola, Siberian Ginseng, Rosemary, Schisandra, Nettle and Bugleweed.
Indications: poor concentration and mental performance, poor recall, ‘brain fog’, mental sluggishness.
