Kavalactones Understanding Kavalactones Kavalactones are the naturally occurring active compounds found in the kava plant, scientifically known as Piper methysticum. They’re what give kava its signature calming, mood-supportive qualities. By interacting with key neurotransmitter systems in the brain, kavalactones may help encourage relaxation, ease occasional stress, and support a gentle sense of well-being. Understanding how […]
Understanding Kava Types Noble Kava Vs. Tudei Kava? Kava, a plant native to the South Pacific, is known for its unique effects and long history of traditional use. But not all kava is alike. Researchers group kava into different chemotypes based on its kavalactone profile, and that profile has a big influence on the character […]
The Cultural Roots of Kava and Sleep Can Kava Support Better Sleep?? Kava has a rich history in the Pacific Islands, where it has been part of social and ceremonial practices for centuries. Traditionally, people would gather in the evening to enjoy kava as a way to wind down, promote relaxation, and foster social connections. […]
Understanding Kava’s Role in Anxiety Management Look At The Research? Kava, a beverage made from the root of the kava plant, has been used for centuries in various cultures for its calming effects. But what does modern science say about its role in managing anxiety? A pivotal meta-analysis conducted in 2005 by Witte and colleagues […]
Kavalactone Lineup / Chemotypes Decoded Well, we made our second foray into social media marketing with our second video on Kava for our new Kona Kava Farm YouTube Channel. We’re pretty darn proud of this video as well, and hope you enjoy Episode 01 of “Kava Classroom”. This new video series will discuss all aspects […]
Kava Paste Review Ahh, one of my favorite topics to discuss when discussing Kava is Kava Paste! It’s usually called “Kavalactone Paste”, but many people seem to be referring to it as “Kava Paste” these days. Welcome to our very biased, but equally sincere Kava Paste Review for your viewing pleasure: To give credit where […]
Soy Lethicin On the list of kava accessories we offer on Kava Dot Com, you may have noticed a humble product called soy lethicin being sold alongside the muslin bags and coconut bowls. Soy lethicin appears on the ingredients list of foods from tea to yogurt, and even in asthma inhalers and other medical products. […]
Kava Kava Tincture You might be wondering, what exactly is a kava kava tincture? There are so many different preparations of this versatile tranquilizing root, many of them made with high-tech processes under fancy labels, that it can be daunting just to navigate the marketplace in order to get the product you want. Although there […]
Kava Pills Kava pills are one of the most widely available forms of kava kava you can buy these days. This popular commercial kava preparation usually consists of dried root material packed into a digestible capsule, or a gel capsule that contains a standardized kava root extract. In the second form, kava pills often contain […]
Kava Brownies It used to be a given that kava root could not be heated past 140 degrees Fahrenheit without destroying its active kavalactones and resulting in a disappointing experience. However, culinary experiments in baking and cooking with kava have shattered this assumption, leading many chefs to create tasty recipes for kava brownies, kava sauces, […]
