Aids in the treatment of asthma, vaginitis, urinary infections, gonorrhea and menstrual cramps Acts as a mild diuretic and an anti-inflammatory, therefore useful for gout, rheumatism, bronchial congestion, cystitis and prostatis. Do not use if pregnant, nursing, or being treated for depression Higher doses and long term use can lead to hypertension, reduced protein levels, blood cell abnormalities, liver damage, muscle weakness, shortness of breath, visual impairment, dizziness and dry and scaly skin. Alcohol consumption increases the toxicity of the pharmacological constituents. Can cause drowsiness. If this happens, lower your dosage or discontinue taking kava.
Caffeine is probably the most popular and readily available drug in the world.
Caffeine occurs naturally in plants and is found in leaves, seeds, and fruits such as coffee, coca beans, tea leaves, and kola nuts. Caffeine acts as a mild stimulant to the nervous system. It increases alertness, attention, and mental ability. Caffeine intake also has negative side effects, which are anxiety, gastrointestinal distress, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, and inability to concentrate. The use of caffeine has been controversial in sport performance since the negative side effects can hamper performance.