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Can St John’s Wort Help You Sleep Better?

Last reviewed: September 2026 Can St John’s Wort help you sleep? St John’s Wort is traditionally used to relieve the symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety. While it

What does St John's wort do? | HRI Good Mood | St John's wort flower

How long does St John’s wort take to work – and what should you expect?

St John’s wort is a traditional herbal medicine used to balance mood, reduce anxiety and promote better sleep. Here, we explain what St John’s wort does, how it works, and why it’s a gentler, yet powerful, natural alternative to pharmaceutical medication for treating low mood and mild anxiety.  

woman with depression | HRI Good Mood St John's wort

What are the symptoms of depression in women?

There’s a difference between depression and feeling low. It’s normal to feel sad sometimes, especially when things go wrong. However, feelings of sadness should pass with time.  Depression is different.

Helping older people overcome depression | HRI Herbal Medicine

Tips to help older people overcome anxiety

Depression can affect anyone of any age, but as people age, they can become more susceptible to feeling down. We look at ways that friends and family can help older