Supplement Resource
- Supplement Name:
- Kava Kava
(piper methysticum)
- Category:
- Herbs
- Parts Used:
- Usually roots, although sprouts and bark may also be included.
- Origin:
- South Sea Islands.
- Active Constituents:
- Kavalactones
- Historical/Traditional/Modern Uses:
- Used by South Sea natives for centuries as a social and ceremonial drink, it induces relaxation and encourages socialization. Known as a 'negotiation herb' since its effects assists users in engaging in peaceful interaction. Modern use includes it recommended use by some marriage/family counselors to promote more productive and interactive sessions. Useful as a sleep aid by inducing a restful contentment enabling one to fall asleep naturally. Allays nervousness and anxiety.
- Side Effects/Precautions:
- Extended longterm use or high doses may lead to upset stomach or result in a dry, scaly skin rash. Although typical use does not cause intoxication or drowsiness in the average user, some individuals have shown to be extremely sensititive to its relaxing effects, therefore you should not drive while taking it until you know how it affects you. Overdose may impair vision, cause liver damage, or lead to spinal cord damage. In a small percentage of indivduals, kave may worsen rather than improve depression; see your healthcare provider if symptoms do not improve. Do not take with alcohol or barbiturates. May interact with other sedating herbs/drugs/alcohol, unexpecting increasing their potency, leading to overdose. As with all supplements, do not take if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding unless advised to by your healthcare provider.
- HerbalFitness.com Products containing Kava Kava:
- Nerve Calm Formula
- Pain Relief Formula
- St. John's Wort/Kava capsules
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