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Category: About Kava

Introducing- Kava Nectar!

Hey there! We here at Kavahana have been kava lovers for a long time. We love the culture and tradition behind our wonderful drink and the benefits it can have to our health and wellbeing. This is why we created

What is Kava Anyways?

Why trying Kava Nectar is a great introduction to drinking kava So you’ve started to hear the word “kava” floating around. Maybe your friends have tried it. Or perhaps some of your colleagues have started using it at work. It

The story behind the myth of kava causing liver damage

  For decades now, kava has gotten a bad reputation for potentially causing liver damage. The worst part about this myth, besides not being true, is that even though there is evidence that shows kava is not completely to blame,

Kava Nectar: The perfect Alcohol Alternative

In our fast-paced, stressful world, we look to things that help us feel calm and relaxed. Traditionally, alcohol has been the go-to for such occasions. Its origins trace all the way back to 700BC with mead, a drink made from fermented

Does Kava’s analgesic qualities help against canker sores?

Kava is a magical root. It can bring communities together for religious and celebratory occasions and has wonderful medical properties as well. Grown in the Pacific Islands, kava comes from the root of the pepper plant, Piper Methysticum. The root

Kavahana: Bringing Kava Joy to the 626 Night Market

The Los Angeles 626 Night Market has infused the essence of Asian after-dark bazaars since 2012. Swiftly becoming a cultural tradition in the San Gabriel Valley, these nights are rich with incredible vendors, craftspeople, chefs, and artists. At Kavahana, the

Kava’s health benefits: the 4 it’s most known for

Kava has a long tradition of being used for its calming and relaxing effects. But did you know it has some therapeutic benefits? It’s been used as a nutritional supplement for generations, and science has shown that kava’s health benefits

Myths about Kava, de-bunked

In the realm of natural herbs and remedies, few plants have gotten as much attention and debate as kava. With a history deeply rooted in the cultures of the Pacific Islands, kava has been used for centuries for its relaxation

Getting to know the kava plant

The kava plant, known for its calming and sedating effects, originates from the south pacific islands. It’s been used culturally for centuries in religious and traditional ceremonies, as well as a plant medicine. It comes from the pepper plant; piper

Research Summary: Kava extracts can boost brain function and mood

This 2004 study investigates the effects of kava extracts on brain function and emotional regulation and reactivity. It’s a double-blind, placebo controlled trial, which means research participants were assigned either the treatment group (with kava) or a non-treatment groups (placebo,

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