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Originally Posted by VenusHalley
okay, I love this plant, but I get the photosensitivity side effects. I thought it was problem only if I am going to the south and seaside... but apparently, it makes me too sensitive even for the central european sun.
so I have to quit taking it for the season at least.
so what are the alternatives? Most of herbs I know have calming effect (lemon balm, mint, catnip, valerian), but I need more kick. Guarana, yerba mate are bit too strong, although I could maybe try taking a little... still they are pretty much classic stimulants.
is there something to the st john's wort effect?
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I've tried St. John's wort and didn't like it much, it worked for awhile but then I started getting headache and the photo-sensitivity was terrible. I recently switched to Rhodiola Rosea and its working really well. You don't have to take it every day for it to work either. Only side effect I can tell is slight dry mouth. Start off on the lowest dose and titrate up for maximum effect. It takes away my anxiety pretty good and makes me happy. I haven't had a nightmare since I started taking it. Tip: take it in the morning/afternoon because its initial effects are more of a stimulant than a chill pill.
