ALCOHOLISM
QUESTION:  what herbs could help with cravings for alcohol when under stress or depressed.

ANSWER:  This is the chinese named plant Ge gen /googun/, known in the United States as Kudzu, Latin Named: Pueraria pseudo-hirsuta, P. pseudo-harsisa, P. thunbergii has been used to lessen the craving for alcohol.

I would suggest the use of nervines and adaptogens such as Fresh Oats, Saint Johnswort, Lemon Balm and Siberian Ginseng taken as a formula several times a day. If you are considered a alcoholic consider a non-alcohol based extracts such as glycerites or pills.

If there is a herbalist in your area, please seek their consult.