I suffer insomnia and after researching i came across this natural herb remedy called kava kava. Sounds perfect for my situation. Just wanted to know what peoples thoughts on the matter were. Is it a good or bad idea taking it? Love to hear everyones opinions, good and bad

Kava Kava is one of my favorite herbs. It’s native to the south pacific where the native islanders have used it safely for thousands of years. Kava is technically a natural muscle relaxer, but I have recommended it to many people with sleep issues. It doesn’t actually make you sleepy, but does relax you, help quiet your mind and therefore allow you to fall asleep naturally. If you have issues with racing thoughts and can’t get to sleep or if you wake up and can’t get back to sleep it might be the perfect fit for you. I do know I’ve never had one person come back and say it didn’t work for them. You will almost always find a warning on the label about liver toxicity, which I believe is based more on political issues than science. I have done quite a bit or research on this herb and I have been using it regularly for years with absolutely no negative effects. I would caution you to buy from a reputable company as all Kava is not created equal. I use the brand Herb Pharm, their particular formula is called Pharma Kava. It’s a liquid extract with 64% kavalactones. I take about a half of a dropper full in a small swallow of water about half an hour before I turn in. The reason I prefer liquids is they don’t require the complete digestive process before they can take effect. A liquid extract is in your blood stream within minutes and to me that translates into working quicker, and getting to sleep quicker. Herb Pharm is a great company that I use regularly, however I’m sure there are many other good companies as well. Good luck and be well.

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   A

   April 19, 2011 at 7:58 pm

   Sounds like we have a winer!
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   J9900

   April 19, 2011 at 8:35 pm

   I’ve never tried it for insomnia, but it could work. Make sure you buy root powder, though, as most extracts and capsules have little effect (or at least less effect) compared to the actual root.

   I would recommend Kava from Kona Kava Farm. Here’s a link: http://www.shamansgarden.com/c-516-dried-roots.aspx
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   medicine woman

   April 19, 2011 at 8:40 pm

   Kava Kava is one of my favorite herbs. It’s native to the south pacific where the native islanders have used it safely for thousands of years. Kava is technically a natural muscle relaxer, but I have recommended it to many people with sleep issues. It doesn’t actually make you sleepy, but does relax you, help quiet your mind and therefore allow you to fall asleep naturally. If you have issues with racing thoughts and can’t get to sleep or if you wake up and can’t get back to sleep it might be the perfect fit for you. I do know I’ve never had one person come back and say it didn’t work for them. You will almost always find a warning on the label about liver toxicity, which I believe is based more on political issues than science. I have done quite a bit or research on this herb and I have been using it regularly for years with absolutely no negative effects. I would caution you to buy from a reputable company as all Kava is not created equal. I use the brand Herb Pharm, their particular formula is called Pharma Kava. It’s a liquid extract with 64% kavalactones. I take about a half of a dropper full in a small swallow of water about half an hour before I turn in. The reason I prefer liquids is they don’t require the complete digestive process before they can take effect. A liquid extract is in your blood stream within minutes and to me that translates into working quicker, and getting to sleep quicker. Herb Pharm is a great company that I use regularly, however I’m sure there are many other good companies as well. Good luck and be well.
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   dave

   April 19, 2011 at 8:45 pm

   Without a doubt, kava kava has a level of toxicity associated with it (someone’s isolated anecdote is irrelevant).

   Do your research before you take any risks with it:

   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kava#Toxicity_of_traditional_kava_beverage_preparations
   http://www.cmaj.ca/cgi/content/full/166/6/777
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