Kava Talk

COLD WATER EXTRACTION METHODScoop 2-4 tablespoons of noble kava powder and place into a strainer bag (use a muslin cloth or nut milk bag). Add ~2 cups of cool or... Read more...

Kava Dosage

KAVA DOSAGEThe proper dosage of kava in the west differs greatly from what is considered the norm in the east.THE STATES The maximum daily recommended dosage of kavalactones (the compound... Read more...

Kava and the Liver

KAVA AND THE LIVER As with alcohol, caffeine, CBD, THC, oral medications, and herbal compounds, kavalactones (kava’s active compounds) are metabolized in the liver. The liver is the main organ... Read more...

Kava and Anxiety

HOW KAVA MAY HELP WITH ANXIETY Kavalactones Ready for a little science behind Kavalactones, kava root’s signature compound? These compounds influence mood and relaxation levels. Research suggests that kavalactones can interact with certain brain receptors linked to mood regulation and relaxation. They appear to promote a sense of calm, reduce tension, support relaxation (even a slight buzz), ease nervousness or social unease in some individuals. Good news: they also don’t impair alertness. Some clinical studies (such as those published in journals like Phytotherapy Research and Journal of Psychopharmacology) have discovered that... Read more...

Kava Legality in the United States

Good news! Kava (Piper methysitcum) is legal throughout the States at federal level. It is not listed as a controlled substance under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act. This is the primary federal law in the U.S. that regulates the manufacture, possession, use, and distribution of certain drugs and chemicals put into effect in 1970 by the Drug Enforcement Administration and Food and Drug Administration. Throughout all 50 states, Individuals can sell, purchase, possess, and consume kava legally. It is currently regulated as a dietary supplement by the Food and... Read more...

Kava Benefits

Used for over 3,000 years in the Pacific Islands, kava (Piper methysticum) is consumed and cherished in a variety of ceremonial, spiritual, and social gatherings. Often served as a beverage... Read more...

KAVA VS Alcohol

Alcohol, in comparison, does impair judgement. Slurred speech and sloppy behavior is rarely a good look, and too many drinkers have found themselves in risky situations after a cocktail or... Read more...