A large volume of scientific research suggests that only a standardized extract delivering a rather high dose of the hypericin found in St. John's wort treats depression" so how can the successful use of the much milder traditional teas of St. John's wort to treat depression be explained? St. John's wort as a whole herb gives the body "just enough medicine" to overcome the physical aches and pains and mild viral infections that keep the brain from recovering from depression. Nineteenth century Eclectic physicians in the United States used St. John's wort to relieve pain caused by injuries to the spine and puncture wounds in the hands and feet. The herb was noted for its ability to slow frequent urination, and treat "throbbing pains" of any origin.

Amanita pantherina are also known as Panther Caps. This cousin of Amanita muscaria ranges in color from dark to light brown, tan to dull yellowish. The Amanita pantherina mushrooms came from new mexico.