What is kava?
Scientific Name(s): Piper methysticum Forst.f. Family: Piperaceae (black peppers)Common Name(s): Kava , kawa , kava-kava , awa , yangona , kawain , kavain , ava , kava pepper , intoxicating pepper , kava root , kew , sakau , tonga , wurzelstock , rauschpfeffer
Kava—or kava kava—is a root found on South Pacific islands. Islanders have used kava as medicine and in ceremonies for centuries.
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Kava has a calming effect, producing brain wave changes similar to changes that occur with calming medicines such as diazepam (Valium, for example). Kava also can prevent convulsions and relax muscles. Although kava is not addictive, its effect may decrease with use.
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What is kava used for?
Kava's calming effect may relieve anxiety, restlessness, sleeplessness, and stress-related symptoms such as muscle tension or spasm. Kava may also relieve pain.Captain Kava Powder with Orange Flavor |
When taken for anxiety or stress, kava does not interfere with mental sharpness. When taken for sleep problems, kava promotes deep sleep without affecting restful REM sleep.
Kava may be used instead of prescription antianxiety drugs, such as benzodiazepines and tricyclic antidepressants. Kava should never be taken with these prescription drugs. Avoid using alcohol when taking kava.
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Kava was named by the explorer Captain Cook, who chose a name that meant "intoxicating pepper." While Captain Cook may have named kava, he didn’t discover it. Kava has been used for thousands of years by Pacific Islanders. Today in the South Pacific, kava is a popular social drink, similar to alcohol in Western societies. It also still has a role in rituals and ceremonies.
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Kava isn’t found at many retail locations outside the Pacific islands, but it can be found at Pars Market in Columbia, MD. We carry Kava in form of Capsule, Power, Extract, Shot and Dab and more.. ,Have you tried kava? What’d you think? Please leave a comment below and share your experience with us!
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9400 Snowden River Parkway Suite 109
Columbia, MD 21045
443-259-0002
http://www.parsmarketcolumbia.com
http://parsmarketcolumbia.blogspot.com