Kava 400mg 30% Kavalactones - 60 V-Caps

New Roots Herbal Kava

New Roots Herbal’s Kava is standardized to contain 30% kavalactones, the compound responsible for its relaxing effects.

Roots of the kava plant (Piper methysticum), native to the South Pacific, have a long history of therapeutic use for restlessness, insomnia, and stress-related muscle tension.

Kavalactones within kava have been proven to enhance levels of neurotransmitters that include dopamine and serotonin, the compounds responsible for positive mood and feelings of pleasure. New Roots Herbal’s Kava could prove to be an ally for your ongoing mental health.

Contains no: Gluten, soy, wheat, eggs, dairy, yeast, citrus, preservatives, artificial flavour or colour, starch, or sugar.

Cautions and warnings: Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you are taking any medication. Consult a health-care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Consumption with alcohol is not recommended with this product. Excessive use, or use with products that cause drowsiness, may impair your ability to operate vehicle or heavy machinery.

Contraindications: Do not use if you have liver or kidney disorders, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Known adverse reactions: Hypersensitivity is known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Discontinue use and consult a health-care practitioner in case of abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, dark urine, or yellow eyes or skin.

Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.

Kava
By: Naturopathic Doctor ( N.D.)

THE CALMING POLYNESIAN HERB EFFECTIVE FOR REDUCING STRESS AND ANXIETY...
Kava Kava, otherwise known as piper methysticum, is a member of the pepper family and is native to Polynesia, from which it spread to many western Pacific islands. Traditionally the rhizomes were chewed or ground into a pulp and mixed with water/liquid to create a thick mash that slightly numbed the mouth and induced feelings of well-being, calm and contentment.

'Kava ceremonies' were even held for visiting royalty or special guests. It was James Cook who first introduced the herb to Europe. A little over 20 years ago, Kava became very popular in the West and became a go-to herb for the treatment of anxiety and insomnia. Still today, it is considered an extremely effective alternative to anti-depressants and sleep aids, often associated with undesirable side effects. Kava's active compounds are known collectively as kavalactones. Research has demonstrated the ability of kavalactones to bind to a number of receptors in the brain, including dopamine receptors. This explains the herb's calming, muscle relaxing and mild analgesic-like effects.

Effectiveness
Ensure that when you are looking for a kava kava supplement that you find a standardized extract type, as this will make certain that you are taking a kava supplement with a guaranteed minimum potency of the therapeutically established clinical dosage. High quality kava herb supplements are typically standardized to a minimum of 30% kavalactones.

This type is superior to the tea form made from the raw root, which must be consumed in larger doses to compensate for the lower level of active ingredient.

How to take Kava safely
Kava is available in the United states, and also in Canada as it has recently received approval for sale from Health Canada and been issued an Natural Health Product number. The Natural Health Product Number identifies its safety and therapeutic effectiveness for anxiety, stress, and insomnia.

Most people who take kava feel calm and relaxed, so it is important not to take kava at times when you require mental alertness, such as driving.

Kava Kava is ideal for those who experience periodic anxiety or stress as it does not require consistent use to be effective. This relaxing herb can be used on an as needed basis and will produce calming effects usually on the first usage of kava.