The herbal supplement that reduces depression and anxiety is:

A) valerian
B) soy
C) yohimbe
D) St. John's wort


D) St. John's wort
St. John's wort is the herbal supplement that reduces depression and anxiety. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. However, it must be used cautiously due to a variety of adverse effects. Potential interactions include CNS depressants, opioid analgesics, cyclosporine, efavirenz, indinavir, protease inhibitors, SSRIs, TCAs, antidepressants, and warfarin.

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