Omnia SanaHerbal Remedies by Symptom
Low mood / depression - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies
The Omnia Sana plant database documents 8 medicinal plants traditionally used for low mood / depression. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.
Also known as: low mood, mild depression.
Psilocybin-assisted therapy reduced depression in clinical trials
RCTs and a meta-analysis report that saffron (stigma, and petal in one trial) improves symptoms of mild-to-moderate depression compared with placebo, and performed similarly to imipramine in a pilot trial. Trials are small and mostly from Iran.
Cochrane review and meta-analysis: hypericum extracts are superior to placebo and comparable to standard antidepressants (including SSRIs) in mild-to-moderate major depression, with fewer side effects. Evidence for severe depression is lacking.
Reduces neurovegetative and psychological menopausal symptoms (including anxiety and low mood)
Meta-analysis of clinical trials: lemon balm may improve depressive and anxiety symptoms, particularly in the acute setting; trials are few and heterogeneous.
Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice - always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.