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 plants were all the medicine we had before medical drugs
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 perspectives on the claims. This comes in response to increased
If you don’t drink alcohol, hanging out in social settings can be a challenge. You want to spend time with your friends, but not drinking can make you feel on the outside of things. The heightened social energy and the
Life is stressful, and finding ways to unwind can be a challenge. Even vacations, meant to be a source of disconnection and relaxation, often become stressful. This is one reason why drinking alcohol is so popular. It’s a socially acceptable
This review of Hawaiian plants highlights the benefits of several native medicinal plants, including Kava. Kava, scientifically known as Piper methysticum, comes from the South Pacific and has been used ceremonially and medicinally by Hawaiians for over 3000 years. While the study discusses various
When asked if people have tried kava before, it can be harder to answer than expected. While it can be found in health food stores and co-ops, these are usually easy-to-use kava supplements and extracts. Because of the processing involved,
People love kava for its calming and social effects, which are very similar to alcohol. This sparks one of the biggest questions we get about kava and alcohol. Does kava make you drunk? The messaging can be confusing. It’s often
A research study investigating the benefits of different herbs known to calm the nervous system highlights kava, its benefits, and how it works. Main points: Kava (Piper methysticum): A psychoactive plant from the pepper family, used as a tranquilizing beverage
So you’ve recently been introduced to Kava Nectar and kava’s effects. You’re intrigued. Maybe you are looking to cut back on your alcohol and coffee consumption. Maybe you like the cultural history of the kava root. Whatever the reason is,
This review is written by one of the premier kava researchers, Dr. Apo Aporosa. In this article, he discusses the different cultural aspects of kava in Oceania and how each plays an important role in the cultural identity of the
