In the last 5 years we have seen a dramatic increase in the detrimental effects viruses have on the brain. Fortunately this is something naturopaths have been treating for decades, using advanced technology, practitioners grade herbal medicine and bespoke nutritional supplementation.

Restoring the Nervous System and brain chemistry with Rosemary, Skullcap, and St. John’s Wort

Herbal medicine offers more than physical healing; it opens a pathway to conscious expansion and deep nervous system restoration. For those recovering from chemical damage, long covid, chronic illness, or emotional trauma, herbs like rosemary, skullcap, and St. John’s Wort provide targeted support to rebalance brain chemistry, sharpen cognition, and awaken purpose.

Below are 3 herbs found in our neurochemical repair formula ‘Dopa fix’

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a potent cognitive enhancer, rich in antioxidants like carnosic acid. It protects brain cells from oxidative stress, improves circulation and enhances memory and clarity; key for lifting drug-induced brain fog and mental fatigue.

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), a powerful nervine, soothes nerves and helps recalibrate the brain’s stress. Skullcap’s flavonoids show strong antioxidant and neuroprotective effects in brain tissue.
By supporting GABA production, it promotes deep calm and emotional stability without sedation. Creating space for healing and a mental reset.

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is renowned for its ability to balance neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Many systematic reviews and meta-analysis show the superiority of St John’s wort extracts to placebo and had similar efficacy to some traditional antidepressants.  It reestablishes a stable, grounded sense of self, essential for long-term neurochemical recovery.

Case Study: The Naturo Method

In one case, a 12 week package included a Naturo Medicine herbal formula named dopa-fix, which contains these three herbs along with 2 others standardised herbal tinctures and flower essences. Combined with weekly naturo therapy and brain retraining; the client had a complete resolution of brain fog, shooting nerve pain and emotional imbalance. By week 4, clarity began to return. By month 3, not only was cognition fully restored, but the individual experienced a profound conscious expansion; shift in perception, values, and life direction.

This deep healing triggered real-world shifts: via a new romantic relationship, a career aligned with higher purpose plus a sense of inner peace that he felt been missing for years. The process wasn’t just neurological recovery; it was a spiritual and psychological rebirth.

This case illustrates the powerful synergy of plant medicine and inner work. When used with intention, rosemary, skullcap, and St. John’s Wort do more than heal the brain; they unlock clarity, alignment, and the deeper intelligence of the soul.

Chloé Silverman

Chloé Silverman

Founder of Real Naturo. Naturopath. Yoga Therapist

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