Kava Extract

Product introduction

Kava Extract

Kava or kava-kava (Piper methysticum) (Piper: Latin for "pepper", methysticum: Latinized Greek for "intoxicating") is a crop of the western Pacific.
The name kava(-kava) is from Tongan and Marquesan; other names for kava include ʻawa (Hawaiʻi), ava (Samoa), yaqona (Fiji), and sakau (Pohnpei).
The roots of the plant are used to produce a drink with sedative and anesthetic properties. Kava is consumed throughout the Pacific Ocean cultures ofPolynesia, including Hawaii, Vanuatu, Melanesia and some parts of Micronesia. (See canoe plants.) Kava is sedating and is primarily consumed to relax without disrupting mental clarity. Its active ingredients are called kavalactones. A Cochrane Collaboration systematic review of its evidence concluded it was likely to be more effective than placebo at treating short-term social anxiety.

[Product Name]: Kava Extract
[Latin Name]: Piperis methystici rhizoma
[Appearance]: Fine brown powder
[Part Used]: Root
[Extract Method]: Grain Alcohol/Water
[CAS No.]: 20283-92-5
[Specification]: 30% Kavalactones by HPLC;10:1

1. What is kava?
Kava—or kava kava—is a root found on South Pacific islands. Islanders have used kava as medicine and in ceremonies for centuries.
Kava has a calming effect, producing brain wave changes similar to changes that occur with calming medicines such as diazepam (Valium, for example). Kava also can prevent convulsions and relax muscles. Although kava is not addictive, its effect may decrease with use.
Traditionally prepared as a tea, kava root is also available as a dietary supplement in powder and tincture (extract in alcohol) forms.
2. What is kava used for?
Kava's calming effect may relieve anxiety, restlessness, sleeplessness, and stress-related symptoms such as muscle tension or spasm. Kava may also relieve pain.
When taken for anxiety or stress, kava does not interfere with mental sharpness. When taken for sleep problems, kava promotes deep sleepwithout affecting restful REM sleep.
Kava may be used instead of prescription antianxiety drugs, such as benzodiazepines and tricyclic antidepressants. Kava should never be taken with these prescription drugs. Avoid using alcohol when taking kava.
3. Is kava safe?
Kava may have severe side effects and should not be used by everyone. Kava has caused liver failure in previously healthy people. You should not use kava for longer than 3 months without consulting your doctor.

4. How does it work?

Kava affects the brain and other parts of the central nervous system. The kava-lactones in kava are believed to be responsible for its effects.

Main Functions:

1. Resisting fungi, thrombopoiesis and tiredness;
2. Losing weight and relaxing muscle;
3. Good for antidepressant;
4. Removing tension and stress;
5. Curing worry and losing sleep.

Application:
1. Widely applied in health drinks;
2. Widely used in nutritional supplements and herbal preparation;
3. Mainly used in removing tension and stress and easing muscular tone. Kava P.E. are oftenconsumed through preparing kava as an herbal tea, prepared by straining a mixture of water and shredded, pounded, dried root and/or stump;
4. Also be chewed as part of this preparation method. The enzymes in the saliva will affect the final product.