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
Kava is made up of chemicals called kavalactones. These active components act on the brain and have the neuroprotective properties of kava. There are six that are known to be the most involved with kavas beneficial effects: Each has slightly
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
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