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The Non-Alcoholic Benefits of Kava

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

How Kava Can Help Calm the Nervous System

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

A Guide to the Origins of Kava Cultivars

While all kava comes from the same plant, where the plant is actually grown plays a large part in its effects. These are known as kava cultivars, sometimes also called cultivars. Each cultivar affects the body and mind differently. Some

Is Kava Nectar Safer than Alcohol?

Alcohol has become a staple in our society as a way to unwind and relax. That nice cold beer or glass of wine can taste so good after a busy day. But with that comes the negative side of alcohol-

Perspectives on the Toxicology of Kava

In 2015, the University of Hawai’i published a study reviewing kava’s benefits and discussing its toxicity claims. The review was done by researchers from both the Pacific Islands and Western countries to present different perspectives on the claims. These claims

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

Research Summary: Kava Extracts Can Boost Brain Function and Mood

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

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