Kava Kava, from the Western Pacific
Hey guys, I've known about this plant (strictly, a pepper) for a few years now. The active ingredients are 'kavalactones'
From wikipedia: Effects of kavalactones include mild sedation, a slight numbing of the gums and mouth, and vivid dreams. Kava has been reported to improve cognitive performance and promote a cheerful mood. Kava has similar effects to benzodiazepine medications, including muscle relaxant, anaesthetic, anticonvulsive and anxiolytic effects....Desmethoxyyangonin, one of the six major kavalactones, is a reversible MAO-B inhibitor (Ki 280 nM) and is able to increase dopamine levels in the nucleus accumbens. This finding might correspond to the slightly euphoric action of kava.
Kavain, in both enantiomeric forms, inhibits the reuptake of noradrenalin at the transporter (NAT), but not of serotonin. An elevated extracellular noradrenalin level in the brain may account for the reported enhancement of attention and focus.
Yes, there is a (disproportionately conveyed AFAIC) risk of liver problems with using this plant. I know the risk, and I accept it. (People in the Pacific have been using it for millennia)
Several years ago - before eBay existed - I ordered some powder capsules from god knows where, and there was no effect whatsoever, a complete waste of money.
But recently - after considerable research - I ordered a strong kava tincture, from eBay, by the brand Gaia Herbs and blimey, this stuff works. I have issues with anxiety generally and with this I get a really calm feeling, and definite mood enhancement. Also, since I have been using it the time it takes me to get to sleep has dramatically shortened. Usually it takes me several hours of tossing and turning.
I don't drink alcohol, it makes me ill, but this stuff satisfies me in a similar way. I gather various tribes use(d) this plant in a similar way to alcohol.
Just thought I'd share :-)
From wikipedia: Effects of kavalactones include mild sedation, a slight numbing of the gums and mouth, and vivid dreams. Kava has been reported to improve cognitive performance and promote a cheerful mood. Kava has similar effects to benzodiazepine medications, including muscle relaxant, anaesthetic, anticonvulsive and anxiolytic effects....Desmethoxyyangonin, one of the six major kavalactones, is a reversible MAO-B inhibitor (Ki 280 nM) and is able to increase dopamine levels in the nucleus accumbens. This finding might correspond to the slightly euphoric action of kava.
Kavain, in both enantiomeric forms, inhibits the reuptake of noradrenalin at the transporter (NAT), but not of serotonin. An elevated extracellular noradrenalin level in the brain may account for the reported enhancement of attention and focus.
Yes, there is a (disproportionately conveyed AFAIC) risk of liver problems with using this plant. I know the risk, and I accept it. (People in the Pacific have been using it for millennia)
Several years ago - before eBay existed - I ordered some powder capsules from god knows where, and there was no effect whatsoever, a complete waste of money.
But recently - after considerable research - I ordered a strong kava tincture, from eBay, by the brand Gaia Herbs and blimey, this stuff works. I have issues with anxiety generally and with this I get a really calm feeling, and definite mood enhancement. Also, since I have been using it the time it takes me to get to sleep has dramatically shortened. Usually it takes me several hours of tossing and turning.
I don't drink alcohol, it makes me ill, but this stuff satisfies me in a similar way. I gather various tribes use(d) this plant in a similar way to alcohol.
Just thought I'd share :-)
And yes its an acquired taste lol (tastes like ass)
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