Kava has gotten a lot of attention over the years, both good and bad. In fact, it seems that few plants have gotten as much attention and debate as kava. With a history deeply rooted in the cultures of the
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In a decisive turn for the kava community, recent insights have emerged from a study by the World Health Organization (WHO) that firmly debunks the long-standing myth associating kava with liver damage. Although published years ago, this study has only
I. Traditional kava consumption versus modern perceptions In the contemporary United States, when people think of kava, they often think of tinctures, pills, or extracts. However, it’s crucial to understand that kava’s origins and primary form of consumption in the
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
This 2004 study investigates the effects of kava extracts on brain function, 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 group (placebo or something
In this 2019 study, researchers investigated the connection between kava and cancer and how it could be protective against certain types of cancer. This systematic review identified, assessed, and analyzed related studies to better understand how the protective components of
For centuries, kava has been consumed by Pacific island cultures. It’s celebrated for its use in cultural and religious ceremonies and medicinal properties. Traditionally, kava is made by harvesting the roots of the pepper plant, Piper methysticum, which are dried, mixed with
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