KAVAHANA ARTICLES

The Uplifting and Relaxing Varieties of Kava
While kava is generally known for its relaxing and clarifying effects, there are actually differences in how different kava cultivars affect you. The varieties in the plant come from where

Why Not all Kava Should be Treated the Same
We want everyone to try kava because we believe everyone can benefit from it. Unfortunately, this isn’t as simple as that. The trouble is that there are a bunch of

The Neuroprotective Effects of Kava: How it Can Support the Brain Over Time
Kava is made up of chemicals called kavalactones. These are the active components of kava that act on the brain and are linked to the neuroprotective effects of kava. There

How Safe is Kava to Use?
There’s a lot of debate about the safety of drinking kava. Much of the debate comes from myths and misunderstandings about kava’s safety and effects. But when you look at

Beyond Kava- The Potent Effects of Other Medicinal Plants
The power of plants is usually underestimated. They are often overshadowed by drugs and medications that have become a more popular form of healing. The funny thing is that medicinal

Perspectives on the Toxicology of Kava
In 2015, the University of Hawa’ii published a study reviewing kava’s toxicology and its apparent benefits. Researchers from the Pacific Islands and Western countries conducted the review to present different