Alternative Wart Treatments
Since warts are the result of a virus, Dr. Daniel DeLapp, an associate professor at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Ore., says that boosting the immune system can be an effective way to fight warts.
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St. John’s Wort: Pros and Cons of Its Use As an Antidepressant. Part 2
ST. JOHN’S WORT AS MEDICINE
In Germany, St. John’s Wort is the most frequently prescribed anti-depression medication. However, in Germany the herb is considered a drug; doctors prescribe it and insurance plans cover it. Manufacturers must be government-registered and adhere to strict quality standards.
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St. John’s Wort: Pros and Cons of Its Use As an Antidepressant. Part 1
St. John’s Wort: Pros and Cons of Its Use As an Antidepressant
St. John’s Wort continues to gain acceptance as a treatment against mild to moderate depression. Preliminary evidence from a University of North Carolina study shows its possible efficacy in treating alcoholism. Finally, American and Israeli research points to its possible efficacy in treating AIDS due to its antiviral properties. Read the rest of this entry »