5 Benefits of Kava
Kava is used by some for the promotion of sleep and to reduce tension and anxiety. Kava has a euphoric, soothing effect on its consumer, similar to the effects of alcohol without the same side effects.
- According to the National Institutes of HealthTrusted Source (NIH), kava has a mild anxiety-reducing effect
- Consuming kava has a relaxing, euphoric effect. Scientists call drugs that have this calming effect anxiolytic.
- The plant is also thought to relieve pain, prevent seizures, and relax muscles.
- Kava can be consumed in numerous ways and is readily available. (tincture, liquid, capsules, etc)
- May improve one’s accuracy and performance in attention, visual processing, and working memory tasks