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16-02-2010, 02:12 AM

Kava Kava: A natural sedative and sleep enhancer

• Effective as a pain reliever
• Safe non-addictive anti-anxiety medicine
• Works as a muscle relaxant
• Helps relieve cramping due to spasms

الكافا الكافا : مسكنات طبيعية و محسن النوم

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What is Kava Kava?

Kava Kava is a herb native to islands in the South Pacific. Substances taken from the root have been used in some cultures to relieve stress, anxiety, tension, sleeplessness and problems of menopause. Kava Kava may increase the effect of alcohol and of certain drugs used to treat anxiety and depression. The scientific name is Piper methysticum. Also called intoxicating pepper, rauschpfeffer, tonga and yangona.

ما هو الكافا الكافا؟

الكافا الكافا هو عشب الأصلي إلى الجزر في جنوب المحيط الهادئ. مواد مأخوذة من الجذر قد استخدمت في بعض الثقافات من أجل تخفيف التوتر والقلق ، والتوتر ، والأرق ، ومشاكل سن اليأس. الكافا الكافا قد تزيد من تأثير الكحول وبعض العقاقير المستخدمة لعلاج القلق والاكتئاب. الاسم العلمي هو بايبر methysticum. كما دعا المسكرة والفلفل ، وrauschpfeffer وتونغا وyangona.

Several rhizome components and lactones have been isolated in the kava root. Of the fifteen lactones isolated from kava, there are six major lactones (kavalactones) known to provide psychoactive activity: kawain, methysticin, demethoxy-yangonin, dihydrokawain, dihydomethysicin, and yongonin. All kavalactones are physiologically active, though it is the fat-soluble kavalactones derived from kava resin that have the greatest effect on the central nervous system. Kava also has a direct effect on muscle tension similar to tranquilizers. The activity of the kava rhizome is related to several arylethylene pyrones similar in structure to myristicin, which is found in nutmeg.

What is Kava Kava used for?

Kava Kava is primarily used as a natural sedative and sleep enhancer. Herbalists have traditionally used it as a remedy for nervousness and insomnia. Kava Kava is an effective relaxant able to induce a feeling of relaxation, peace and contentment, along with a sharpening of the senses. As a sleep aid it promotes deep and restful sleep. It is also a muscle relaxant that can help relieve cramping due to spasms.

In Germany, Kava Kava is used as a nonpre......ion drug to reduce anxiety. Kava was first mentioned in scientific records in 1886, and it is gaining popularity for its relaxing effects.

Kava also is effective as a pain reliever and can be used instead of aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen

What scientific studies give evidence to support Kava Kava?

Recent clinical studies have shown that the herb kava is a safe non-addictive anti-anxiety medicine, and as effective as pre......ion anxiety agents containing benzodiazepines such as valium. While benzodiazepines tend to promote lethargy and mental impairment, kava has been shown to improve concentration, memory, and reaction time for people suffering from anxiety. Kava has been clinically demonstrated as a means of achieving a state of relaxation without the adverse side effects.

Kava is one of the most relaxing botanical herbs. Pharmacological studies show Kava Kava's active ingredients, kavalactones, produce physical and mental relaxation and a feeling of well being. It has also been used in the treatment of ailments of the genitourinary tract including vaginitis, gonorrhea and menstrual cramps. Kava is a diuretic and an anti-inflammatory, thus useful for gout, rheumatism, bronchial congestion, cystitis and prostatis. It is an effective local anesthetic and pain reliever when applied externally as a liniment. The relaxed state and sharpening of senses also contribute to aphrodisiac effect.

Warning: Do not use if pregnant, nursing, or being treated for depression. Excessive use may cause liver damage.

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