Not to mention the leaves, stem and bark of the Kava bush also have applications for treating a variety of ailments. Other uses for kava have been as a muscle relaxant, to relieve stiffness, relieve muscle fatigue and specific cases in Germany have used kava extracts as an anti-anxiety drug. Whenever you first try a new medicine, herb, or supplement, it is always best to start with low dosages and build up. Kava, if used appropriately, can reduce the stress in our lives. It can also be used to decrease or prevent the amount of stress or anxiety we anticipate to be exposed to.
Studies show the occasional use of kava presents no health problems .
Years of use in Germany have produced no reports of troublesome drug interactions as well. We found this topic important for a couple of reasons. The Kava plant gives the same affects that alcohol does, however does not affect the mental state of the consumer. It has had social, ceremonial and sacred uses throughout the Pacific islands. Not only was it used for disputes between neighbors, but aslo as well as in sacred healing ceremonies.