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For those who are "in the know," it appears that more and more people are getting interested in the world of kava. Kava is a plant whose roots have soothing medicinal effects; in terms of genetics, it's related to the black pepper plant. The kava plant has long been used by the people of Hawaii, Polynesia and in the Pacific Islands.

Traditional ritual use includes the legendary kava ceremony, as well as using the plant for magical purposes. Kava ceremonies date back thousands of years and are still practiced today in Hawaii, Fiji, Samoa and Vanuata. Kava ceremonies range from the formal ceremony to the informal gathering. They can function as a greeting custom for guests, as a component of tribal negotiations, and as part of the soothing social drinking get-togethers that take place in the evenings.

Many people who use kava find that it helps them focus, relax, and be more at ease in a social context. These effects have been documented by the Pacific Islanders who have made kava-use a part of their traditional customs. Kava produces an effect on the body like no other botanical. Unlike other herbs or even prescription medications, kava calms as well as focuses, and it is used by everyone from athletes to businessmen to those who just want to have a peaceful ending to their day. Perhaps the best part about kava is that despite all of these beneficial effects, it is completely non-addictive.

In Hawaii, restless and feverish children are given kava root (pre-chewed by their mothers), twice a day to calm and soothe them in their state of duress. All across the South Pacific, kava is used as a calmative for children and adults; as a poison antidote; as a treatment for conditions such as bronchitis, as well as anxiety, tension and restlessness; as an analgesic and to treat severe bites and stings from insects and poisonous fish. Homeopathically, kava is used to treat such conditions as states of excitation and exhaustion. Muscle relaxation, analgesic and local anesthetic properties, anti-anxiety and sleep inducement have all been pharmacologically demonstrated in kava, depending on the dosage and delivery method.

Pioneering German pharmacologist, Louis Lewin, described the psychoactive effects of kava as “a sensation of happy lightheartedness, comfort and satisfaction [that] appears without any physical or mental excitation… speaking is easy and free and the vision and hearing are more acute for finer impressions.”

He continues his account of kava by describing how it has been commonly used throughout Fiji’s history as a sedative, in particular when used in case of an accident. Often accident victims will be administered a dose of kava to alleviate anxiety and fear, while “both consciousness and the rational faculties remain intact. When somewhat larger quantities are consumed, then the limbs become limp; the muscle power no longer appears to be under the jurisdiction and control of the will; walking becomes slower and more unsteady; the people appear as if half-drunk; one feels the need to lie down.”

Here at Kona Kava Farm, we grow and sell our own organic kava to the public. In addition to kava drinks and kava-infused products, we also sell kava extract. Our extract makes it fast and easy to enjoy a kava drink anytime you like. Simply add the kava extract to any cold or warm liquid you want (hot liquid destroys the active ingredient), and you've got an instant source of relaxation and calm.

Kona Kava Farms is a small family-run business, and our kava is completely organic--not many kava farmers can say the same. We grow a special strain of kava called Mahakea, which is known for its potency. If you've been wondering why so many people are talking about kava, try some of ours and you'll see. If you have any questions about our farm or kava in general, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can also write to the section of our blog entitled "Ask Makaira." We look forward to hearing from you!

 

   

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