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
Kava has a long history that goes back more than 3000 years. Known to have been discovered on the island of Vanuatu in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, kava is one of the most coveted traditions in pacific islander
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,
Kavahana’s Kava Nectar and ARTime BARRO, a pottery studio next door to our Santa Monica location, both represent practices deeply rooted in tradition and mindfulness. While one offers a sip of tranquility, the other molds peace through artistic expression. Here’s
Kava has a long tradition of being used for its calming and relaxing effects. But did you know it actually has some therapeutic benefits? It’s been used as a nutritional supplement for generations, and science has shown that kava’s health
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
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
In the world of natural herbs and remedies, few plants have gotten as much attention and debate as kava. With a history deeply rooted in the cultures of the Pacific Islands, kava has been used for centuries for its relaxation
So what’s the story… can you drive after drinking kava nectar? This might be one of the most confusing myths about kava due to its effects when you use it. But it’s all in how it works in the body
When it comes to kava, no two are the same. And this makes choosing the best kava for you challenging. One of the reasons kava gets a bad rep is that newbies to kava don’t know these differences, and they
