Tag: Kava

Does Kava Make you Tired?

We all use kava for different reasons. Some are attracted to its uplifting and social qualities, while others prefer its more relaxing and calming effects. When it comes to the question “Does kava make you tired?” the answer is it

The Earthy Taste of Kava Nectar

While we love the effects of kava, and kava nectar, and how it makes us feel, it does have a unique taste that we generally describe as earthy. Kava comes from the Pacific islands, where it grows as a large

The Importance of Kava Culture

There is a significant and meaningful kava culture that continues today. From where it comes from, to its history to the bowl it’s drunk out of, there is a story and reason for it all. Starting back thousands of years,

Is Kava Safe?

There’s a lot of debate about the safety of drinking kava nectar. Much of the debate comes from myths and misunderstandings about kava’s effects. But when you look at the research and cultural history, kava is safe to drink. There

The Relationship Between Kava and Depression

A lot is going around about kava and how it can support mental health.  And while this is true, not all mental health conditions are treated the same. Research supports kava’s benefits for anxiety and sleep disorders. But another big

Can you Drive After you Drink Kava Nectar?

This might be one of the most confusing myths about kava and kava nectar due to the effects they have when you use them. But it’s all in how it works in the body and brain. For some people, the

Is Kava Safer Than Alcohol?

For decades, we’ve turned to alcohol as a way to unwind and relax after a busy day. It’s kind of become the norm: happy hour after work, a glass of wine with dinner, even a cold beer after a long

The History of Coconut Milk in Traditional Hawaiian Kava

For centuries, kava has been consumed in pacific island cultures. It’s celebrated for its use in cultural and religious ceremonies as well as for its medicinal properties. Kava is made by harvesting the roots of the pepper plant, piper methysticum,

Earthy Beverage Cousins of Kava

We love kava. We love its tradition, culture, and earthy flavor. We love how it makes you feel, mentally calm, and relaxed while focused and social. But it’s normal to want a little variety in your life. Rarely do we

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