We want everyone to try kava because we believe everyone can benefit from it. Unfortunately, this isn’t as simple as that. The trouble is that there are a bunch of different types of kava on the market, supplements, extracts, tinctures.
Kava is made up of chemicals called kavalactones. These are the active components of kava that act on the brain and are linked to the neuroprotective effects of kava. There are six that are known to be the most involved
There’s a lot of debate about the safety of drinking kava. Much of the debate comes from myths and misunderstandings about kava’s safety and effects. But when you look at the research and cultural history, kava is safe to drink.
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
Kava is an earthy drink made from the root of the pepper plant Piper methysticum, native to the Pacific Islands. It’s been used for over 3000 years for its unique ability to boost feelings of sociability and connection with others and
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
In our fast-paced, stressful world, finding natural remedies to soothe the mind and body is more important than ever. While many of us turn to alcohol to help us relax and unwind, it comes with negative side effects like hangovers
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
