Day: August 15, 2023

How kava works in our body and brain

So you’ve recently been introduced to kava. You’re intrigued. Maybe you’re looking to cut back on the amount of alcohol and coffee you drink. Or maybe you like the cultural history of the kava root. Whatever the reason is, you’re

The different ways to make kava

Kava is an earthy drink made from the root of the pepper plant, Piper methysticum, found in the pacific islands. To make kava, the root is harvested and ground down into a fine powder that is then added to water

Kava and cancer: The potential anticancer effects kava may have

In this study from 2019, researchers investigated the connection of kava and cancer and it could be protective against certain types of cancer. This is a systematic review that identified, assessed and analyzed related studies to gain a better idea

The truth about the tradition of coconut milk in kava

For centuries, kava has been consumed by pacific island cultures. It’s celebrated for its use in cultural and religious ceremonies as well as its medicinal properties. Traditionally kava made by harvesting the roots of the pepper plant, piper methysticum, which