{"product_id":"st-johns-wort","title":"St. John's Wort","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHypericum perforatum | Mood Balance · Stress Response · Emotional Wellness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery midsummer, European tradition marked St. John's Eve by gathering bright yellow flowers and hanging them in doorways — a folk custom built around a plant that would go on to become one of the most clinically studied herbs in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. John's Wort's research profile centers on hypericin and hyperforin, compounds studied extensively for their relationship to normal, healthy neurotransmitter activity.* It represents one of the largest bodies of randomized controlled trial evidence of any single herb in Western herbal medicine — though it's important to know that most of that research used standardized extracts at concentrations meaningfully higher than a traditional tea preparation delivers.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: St. John's Wort has one of the most significant medication-interaction profiles of any common herb.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please read the FAQ below carefully before use, even if you're only planning to drink it as tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy St. John's Wort?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support normal, healthy mood balance*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support the body's normal, healthy stress-response activity*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support the body's normal, healthy inflammatory response*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most clinically studied herbs in Western medicine*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRooted in ancient Greek and medieval European tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognized in German Commission E monograph literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest understood as a weeks-long traditional course, not a single dose*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognizable by tiny translucent oil glands in its leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 tsp dried St. John's Wort leaf and flower to a cup of freshly boiled water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and steep for 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain and enjoy warm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause of St. John's Wort's well-documented medication interactions, this is one herb where we genuinely recommend a conversation with your healthcare provider first — even for tea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplement Facts Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing size: 1 tsp (2g) leaf \u0026amp; flower, approx. 45 servings per package. Key compounds: hypericin, hyperforin, flavonoids. Nutritional values are approximate and vary by harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBundle With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. John's Wort pairs traditionally with Lemon Balm for a gentle mood-support blend — only if no medication conflicts apply to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this interact with medication?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — significantly. St. John's Wort can affect how the liver processes many medications, including antidepressants, birth control, and blood thinners. Do not use without first consulting a healthcare provider if you take any prescription medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it cause sun sensitivity?\u003c\/strong\u003e It may increase sensitivity to sunlight in some individuals — use sun protection during regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe during pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to stop before surgery?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — discontinue use at least 2 weeks before scheduled surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Herbs, Oils and Things","offers":[{"title":"2oz","offer_id":47337006694588,"sku":"999","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample (5-6 servings)","offer_id":47337006727356,"sku":"999-S","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Single Tea Bag","offer_id":47337006760124,"sku":"999-TB","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/4721\/2732\/files\/eyJidWNrZXQiOiAid2hhdG5vdC1pbWFnZXMiLCAia2V5IjogImxpc3RpbmdzLzAtZjYxOGZiNGQtZmI4MC00ZWFkLWE1MjUtMDJkMWIzNWE3ODljLWVlODdjMzhhLTA1OGQtNGFkZS04OGJiLTMzMTJkZDJmOTQ4MS5qcGVnIiwgImVkaXRzIjo.jpg?v=1787836717","url":"https:\/\/beanscafemarket.com\/products\/st-johns-wort","provider":"BEAN'S CAFE MARKET ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}