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St. John’s Wort
It’s long been used to treat mild depression, but is St John’s wort any match for the emotional rollercoaster of menopause? Experts are cautiously optimistic, since studies have shown that the herb may temper mood swings and help improve sleep quality.
St. John’s wort is sometimes combined with black cohosh for a stronger impact, however, be very careful about combining it with just anything. The herb contains compounds that can have serious interactions with other medications, especially antidepressants and blood thinners.
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