圣约翰草油 St.John Oil
它对皮肤创伤、烧烫伤、割伤、晒伤、蚊虫咬伤以及瘀伤都有很好的效果，具有止痛、抗发炎的功效，对治療肌肉疼痛、关节炎、痛风、风湿、油性头皮、头皮屑、青春痘、湿疹、静脉曲张都不错。
圣约翰草油 St.John Oil
成分：金丝桃素、黄酮、丹宁酸、氧二苯甲酮、单烯
特质：红色，将花苞放在油脂中浸泡过滤而得，有淡淡的草味。
概说：圣约翰草，又称金丝桃，它是园艺学、植物学医学长期研究的主题。在南美汷的原住民种植物发展出许多神秘的民族神话，使用上也研究出不同的地域、品种、栽培环境及食用部位，而有不同的效用。
在食用上，像南太平洋的原住民，将它拿来当镇静剂使用，已超过三千年。所以它很早就被用来治疗感冒、梅毒、结核、痢疾等疾病；在西方，公元前二千年前希腊人也得以它来治疗轻度忧郁症；在德国以圣约翰草提炼出金丝桃成分，作为抗忧郁剂，已有很好的成就。美、德等科学家发现其除能有效对抗忧郁之外，还可以对抗艾滋病毒的其中一种。
使用：它对皮肤创伤、烧烫伤、割伤、晒伤、蚊虫咬伤以及瘀伤都有很好的效果，具有止痛、抗发炎的功效，对肌肉疼痛、关节炎、痛风、风湿都不错；油性头皮、头皮屑、青春痘、湿疹、静脉曲张，只要10－50%的剂量。
【精油使用注意事项】
1、怀孕初期几个月内以及小孩最好避免使用精油来按摩或泡澡。
2、皮肤或体质敏感者，请在使用前先进行敏感测试。
3、除少部分精油，如薰衣草、茶树等可直接涂抹于皮肤外，其它大部分精油用于身体肌肤时，必须稀释或用基础油调和后才能使用，除非有其它特别的建议。
4、肌肤上使用柑橘类精油（如佛手柑、柠檬等）后四小时内请勿在阳光下曝晒。
5、精油不能取代药物。因此，使用后如症状未改善，请一定要看病就医，绝不可因使用精油而放弃原先已在使用的药物。
6、患有高低血压、癫痫、神经及肾脏方面疾病的病人请小心使用。使用前最好先请教芳香治疗师。
7、请按建议量使用。使用过量会导致反效果，甚至对身体造成过大负担。
8、请避免小孩直接碰触，以免误用而发生危险。
9、避免用塑料、易溶解或油彩表面的容器，稀释精油时需使用玻璃、不锈钢或陶瓷器。
10、精油最好不要内服，除非获得芳香治疗师或医师的指示 .
【精油的保存方法】
1、品质精良的精油，必定是使用深色玻璃瓶装，常用深蓝色或深棕色，可防止紫外线。
2、放置于阴凉处，避免阳光直射。但不必存放于冰箱。
3、将瓶口直立向上放置，不用时将瓶盖拧紧。
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This
perennial herb can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or
no shade, and develops bright yellow flowers in late Spring.
It requires moist soil but is very hardy and is now becoming
quite invasive in some habitats. The herb and the fruit
are sometimes used as a tea substitute.
The
genus name Hypericum is from Greek and means "over an apparition"
as the herb was once considered odiferous enough to cause
evil spirits to depart. The name Saint John's Wort is said
to be in honor of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem
who used this herb to treat battlefield wounds.
St.
John's wort is today most widely known as a herbal treatment
for depression. According to the Cochrane Review, a key
resource in evidence-based medicine, "the available evidence
suggests that the hypericum extracts tested in the included
trials are superior to placebo in patients with major depression;
are similarly effective as standard antidepressants; and
have fewer side effects than standard antidepressants.
Chemical
composition: Herb and flowers contain different flavonoids
(rutin, hyperoside, isoquercetin, quercitrin, quercetin,
I3,II8-biapigenin, amentoflavone, astilbin, miquelianin),
phenolic acids (chlorogenic acid, 3-O-coumaroylquinic acid),
different naphtodianthrones (hypericin, pseudohypericin,
protohypericin, protopseudohypericin), phloroglucinols (hyperforin,
adhyperforin), and also essential oils (composed mainly
of sesquiterpenes). The naphthodianthrones hypericin and
pseudohypericin along with the phloroglucinol derivative
hyperforin are thought to be the active components.
Medical
use St John's wort is today most widely known as a herbal
treatment for major depression. In some countries, such
as Germany, it is commonly prescribed for mild depression,
especially in children, adolescents, and where cost is a
concern. An analysis of 29 clinical trials with more than
5000 patients was conducted by Cochrane Collaboration. The
review concluded that extracts of St. John's wort were superior
to placebo in patients with major depression. St. John's
wort had similar efficacy to standard antidepressants. The
rate of side effects was twice lower than for newer SSRI
antidepressants and five times lower than for older tricyclic
antidepressants.
History
The first recorded use of Hypericum for medicinal purposes
dates back to ancient Greece, and it has been used ever
since. Hypericum was also used by Native Americans internally
as an abortifacient and externally as an anti-inflammatory,
astringent, and antiseptic. Its use as a herbal tea has
long been enjoyed. The flowers and stems of St John's wort
have also been used to produce red and yellow dyes.
St
John's Wort Essential Oil
Botanical
Name: Hypericum perforatum
Common
Name: Common Hypericum, St John’s Wort
Plant
Part: Ariel parts
Extraction:
Steam Distilled
Color:
Pale yellow
Consistency:
Thin
Note:
Middle
Strength
of Aroma: Medium
Aromatic
Scent: Fruity, spicy odour.
St.
John's Wort is antiseptic, antiviral and astringent, making
it good for wounds, especially where there has been an
incision or a deep puncture wound.
St.
John's Wort helps:
-
Pain of Impact
- Relief
from the Pain Caused by Injuries
- Injuries
to Nerves
- Crushed
Fingers & Toes
- Puncture
and deep Wounds
- Burns
of All Types
- Breast
Oil After Radiation
Common
Uses: Anti-inflammatory, astringent, vulnerary, nervine,
antimicrobial, antidepressant. The herb is being increasingly
recommended to assist in the treatment of depression,
neuralgic pain, fibrositis, sciatica, and rheumatic pain.
Externally, it is used as a valuable healing antibacterial
and anti-inflammatory agent. Furthermore, Hypericin –
one of the active constituents found in Hypericum - has
been found to have potent antiviral benefits. Hypericum
has also been found to be especially useful in helping
to heal bruising.
Uses
of St. John's Wort Oil: If you suffer from muscles
that ache or are tired from exertion they use the oil
of St. John's Wort for reducing cramps, and relieving
pain. It also has sedating affects. Injuries that are
helped from benefits of St. John's Wort include burns,
sunburns, puncture wounds, crushed toes and fingers, and
tailbone injuries, varicose veins, and bee stings.
Stitches:
If you incur stitches from an injury you can pour
this herbal oil remedy over removable stitches. It makes
the uncomfortable sensations and effects more comfortable
and assists in accelerating the healing process.
Sunburn
Relief: Chilled St. John's Wort works well for sunburn
pain. It provides greater cooling relief and comfort.
It can transfer to clothing, so do not wear apparel that
you don't want soiled. For sunburn, put a bottle of St.
John's wort oil in the refrigerator and then pour the
oil over your sunburn for an extra cooling relief. Be
sure and wear an old t-shirt over the area to keep from
getting the oil on clothing. You can use it often as needed
and when applied before retiring at night the pain will
subside and begin relieving your sunburn symptoms by the
morning.
Cautions:
May cause irritation to eyes, respiratory system, or sensitive
skin if applied neat. Best avoided if pregnant, if you
have sensitive skin, or before going out into the sun.
GENERAL
SAFETY INFORMATION: Caution should be taken when using
Essential Oils. Do not use any oils without consultation
from a qualified aroma therapy practitioner. All Essential
Oils should be kept out of the reach of children.
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only, and does not in any way purport to be medical or prescriptive
suggestions. Any reference to medicinal or health benefits
is not meant to treat or diagnose any problem and is not
meant to replace professional medical advice and should
not take the place of any prescribed medication that has
been prescribed by a physician.
The
material in this website is not meant to take the place
of diagnosis and treatment by a qualified medical practitioner.
Since the actual use of essential oils by others is beyond
our control, no expressed or implied guarantee as to the
effects of their use can be given nor liability taken. Essential
oils are to be used at your own discretion. Any application
of the recommendations is at user's sole risk. The Altiec
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