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St. John's Wort vs Kava: Difference, Benefits & Which Is Better? | HerbAlly

St. John's Wort vs Kava

Comparaison côte à côte des plantes médicinales

Plante

St. John's Wort

Hypericum perforatum

Nervine

Kava

Piper methysticum

Nervine

⚠️ Avertissements grossesse et allaitement

St. John's Wort

❌ Non recommandé pendant la grossesse

❌ Non recommandé pendant l'allaitement

Kava

❌ Non recommandé pendant la grossesse

❌ Non recommandé pendant l'allaitement

Description

St. John's Wort is a flowering plant that has been used medicinally since ancient Greece. It is best known for its use in treating mild to moderate depression, where clinical evidence supports its efficacy comparable to some conventional antidepressants. It is named for its traditional harvest on St. John's Day.

Kava is a plant native to the Pacific Islands where it has been consumed ceremonially for over 3,000 years. It is widely used for its anxiolytic and relaxant properties, and clinical evidence supports its effectiveness for generalized anxiety. Concerns about liver toxicity led to bans in some countries, though quality-controlled products appear safe.

Composés actifs

Hypericin, Hyperforin, Adhyperforin, Flavonoids, Xanthones

Kavain, Dihydrokavain, Methysticin, Yangonin, Desmethoxyyangonin

Utilisations traditionnelles

Depression treatment, Wound healing, Nerve pain relief, Anti-inflammatory, Sedative

Ceremonial beverage, Anxiety relief, Social relaxant, Pain relief, Sleep aid

Utilisations modernes

Mild to moderate depression, Seasonal affective disorder, Anxiety, Nerve pain, Menopausal symptoms

Generalized anxiety disorder, Stress relief, Insomnia, Muscle relaxation, Social anxiety

Posologie adulte

300mg extract (0.3% hypericin) 3 times daily

120-250mg kavalactones daily in divided doses

Contre-indications

Concurrent use with SSRIs or MAOIs, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Organ transplant recipients, HIV patients on antiretrovirals

Révisé par : Équipe Éditoriale HerbAlly, Herboristes médicaux et professionnels de santé

Sources : Monographies de l'OMS · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between St. John's Wort and Kava?

St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is traditionally used for Depression treatment, Wound healing, Nerve pain relief, while Kava (Piper methysticum) is used for Ceremonial beverage, Anxiety relief, Social relaxant. See the comparison table for dosage, safety and interactions.

Which is better, St. John's Wort or Kava?

It depends on your goal. Compare evidence levels, pregnancy safety and drug interactions in the table above, then use our free dose calculator. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

Can I take St. John's Wort and Kava together?

Combining herbs can change safety and interactions. Check each herb's interaction profile above and consult your healthcare provider before combining St. John's Wort with Kava.