Content: Kava (Piper methysticum)
Preparation: Use up to 3-4 Tablespoons per person. Place Kava inside a cloth bag in a bowl, add 600 ml of warm water. Steep for 5 mins, then mix with your hands for 5 mins. Squeeze remaining liquid from bag and set aside (re-brew it later). Alternatively, blend Kava with water for 1-2 minutes, then strain through muslin or cheesecloth. Enjoy!
Other Names: Coral flower
Grown in: Vanuatu
Organic Status: Chemical/pesticide free
Plant Parts: Root
Packaging: Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch
Vegan Friendly
It is not recommended to consume Kava if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Parkinson’s disease, bleeding disorders, liver disease, pulmonary hypertension, low blood pressure, kidney disease, alcholism, or less than two weeks prior to surgery. Do not operate heavy machinery. Avoid prolonged use. Avoid if taking the following medications: sedatives, antidepressants, MAOIs, Benzodiazepines, diuretics, blood thinners, Levodopa, Proton pump inhibitors, antipsychotics.
For specific herb contraindications, see our detailed herb information site.
Happy Herb Co provides referenced information for educational purposes only, and does not make any therapeutic claims for any of their products.
Please seek advice from a healthcare provider if you wish to use herbs for therapeutic purposes.