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 Summary:Kava is a member of the pepper family and is native to many Pacific Ocean islands. The root stock is most often used for herbal remedies. Currently, pharmaceutical preparations of the herb are widely used in Europe and the United States for anxiety. However, they have recently been withdrawn from several European markets due to safety concerns and many reports of severe liver damage.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always .... Read more

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Stress

Kava for Stress
If you're suffering from stress, Kava might be the solution to your problem. Kava-kava (Piper methysticum) is used as dietary supplements to improve stress disorders, nervous tension, and restlessness. ....

 

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Strong Scientific Evidence 9

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Anxiety Disorders

Kava for Anxiety Disorders
Kava: Kava kava (Piper methysticum) is a shrub from the South Pacific islands that has been used for centuries to produce calming effects in humans. Studies have found moderate benefit ....

 

Scientific:
Strong Scientific Evidence 9

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Anxiety

Kava for Anxiety
Kava kava (Piper methysticum) is a shrub from the South Pacific islands that has been used for centuries to produce calming effects in humans. Studies have found moderate benefit of ....

 

Scientific:
Strong Scientific Evidence 9

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Kava for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Kava: Kava is a member of the pepper family and is native to many Pacific Ocean islands. Traditionally, kava has been used to treat syphilis. However, human studies have not ....

 

Scientific:
Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence 4

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Kava Effective in the Treatment of Anxiety
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