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[Guest guest]

Has anyone taken any of the following?

scutellaria (skullcap) :

Skullcap has been used for abnormally tense or twitching muscles, as

occurs with rabies, Parkinson's disease, St. Vitus dance (acute chorea, a

nervous system disease characterized by involuntary movements of the

limbs), and epilepsy Skullcap is sometimes called " mad dog, " in reference

to its historical use in treating the symptoms of rabies, which can result

from the bite of a rabid dog. Skullcap quiets nervous tension and eases

muscle tension and spasms. Skullcap also induces sleep without strongly

sedating or stupefying. Skullcap may help to lower elevated blood

pressure.

St. s Wort:

St. 's wort has long been used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory for

strains, sprains, and contusions. St. 's wort also has been used to

treat muscular spasms, cramps, and tension that results in muscular spasms

Studies have shown St. 's wort extracts may exert their antidepressant

actions by inhibiting the reuptake of the neurotransmitters serotonin,

norepinephrine, and dopamine. The required dosage is three grams of powder

per day, but it must be taken for weeks -- and sometimes several months --

before results are noted.

Passion Flower:

Passion flower compounds are commonly used as natural treatments for

issues of the nervous system. Commonly treated issues include nervousness,

anxiety, panic attacks, tension, mild mood swings, restlessness, nervous

insomnia and irritability. It is a common ingredient in natural sleep aids

.. The passion flower is used as a treatment for shingles, epilepsy,

asthma, circulatory issues and menopause or menstrual symptoms. The

specific reason for the beneficial effects of the passion flower has not

been determined. However, scientists believe that the combination of the

plant's components increases gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain.

GABA promotes relaxation by lowering the activity of brain cells.

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[Guest guest]

Hi Lenora,

I use both skullcap and St. 's wort in herbal teas when I mix them up

myself. It's important to note that these herbs have different effects

depending on how they are taken. I've also read that skullcap is helpful for

sleep (maybe because it calms those muscles!), but as a tincture it is good for

pain like headaches. I used it on occasion when I was pregnant and started

avoiding all OTC medicines. St. 's wort can be taken by capsule for the

best mood-lifting effects or by tea. In a massage oil, it's helpful for

relaxing muscles.

Crystal

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> Has anyone taken any of the following?

>

> scutellaria (skullcap) :

> Skullcap has been used for abnormally tense or twitching muscles, as

> occurs with rabies, Parkinson's disease, St. Vitus dance (acute chorea, a

> nervous system disease characterized by involuntary movements of the

> limbs), and epilepsy

[Guest guest]

Almost forgot - I've also read that St. 's wort, taken long-term, can cause

photosensitivity. I didn't notice that problem myself when I took it daily for

several months, but something to keep in mind!

Crystal

> St. s Wort:

> St. 's wort has long been used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory for

> strains, sprains, and contusions.