Hawaii and Kava (‘awa)

Hawaii and Kava (‘awa) The people of the Hawaiian Islands have a rich history with Kava.  It has carried over from ancient times and is still in place today.  Before that discussion ensures (much to our delight) let’s look at the Hawaiian Islands and their history. Hawaii Hawaii is the most recent addition to the […]

Palau and Kava

Palau and Kava Rounding out our Kava-eye view of Micronesia is Palau.  Palau, like many of these small island nations, has an interesting history.  Palau also has a more traditional relationship with kava (which gives here a great relief).  Let’s look at Palau today and the events that brought this young nation into being. Palau […]

French Polynesia and Kava

French Polynesia and Kava We now move on to the third and final region of Oceania, the region of Polynesia.  First stop on our Polynesian tour none other than regional namesake, French Polynesia. French Polynesia To begin with, French Polynesia is a French overseas collectivity. What, might you ask IS a French overseas collectivity?  Simply […]

Nauru and Kava

Nauru and Kava Nauru, like many of its Micronesia neighbors, has an unusual relationship with Kava.  Beyond its relationship to Kava, many environmentalists look to Nauru as a test case for natural resource management (or, more specifically, mismanagement).  Before we get to that, let’s take a look at Nauru’s unique history and how they came […]

Migraine Headaches

Migraine Headaches It doesn’t take long after the onset of a migraine to figure out that it’s no ordinary headache. Migraines are considerably more debilitating, even to the point where everyday life becomes an immense challenge. While regular headaches are generally single-day affairs, migraine headaches can last up to 72 hours. People typically think of […]

The Mariana Islands and Kava

The Mariana Islands and Kava Next up in the Micronesia Region of Oceania are the Mariana Islands.  The Mariana Islands have a complex history of foreign rule.  And due to their climate, the islands and its people almost surely a long history with kava-but clues to the latter are sparse.  Before we get to that, […]

Kava the Stress Reducer

Kava the Stress Reducer Any active participant in modern society is probably in need of a good stress reducer or two. We focus so much on productivity and efficiency that we sometimes fail to realize that there are greater virtues—health, happiness, and our loved ones. While taking a relaxing getaway to the beach, woods, or […]

Kava

Kava (Updated in 2023) It seemed strange to have have a website named kava.com, without a single article named “Kava” on the website!  There’s so much to talk about in relation to this incredibly, safe, effective, and versatile herbal supplement. We will do our best to steer you in the right direction as quickly as […]

Kava for Stress Management

Kava for Stress Management ‘Relax.’ It’s the ultimate “easier said than done” word. Because no matter who you are or what you do on a daily basis; you encounter stress on different levels than you may be prepared for. Even the things in life you enjoy and are tremendously grateful for can stress you out […]

Relaxation Techniques and Kava

Relaxation Techniques and Kava Technological advances that are supposed to make modern life more convenient have, for many of us, only provided the opportunity to pack our schedules to the brim.. There is often precious little time to restore, replenish, and renew after a long day’s work, and those of us that have sought to […]