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Kava Success Stories
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@stonedape, Noble Kava has never been shown to be toxic to the liver. The Liver Toxicity issue raised by the Germans was due to a multitude of problems including alcohol consumption with Kava and taking unsafe kava ... either Tudei or Kava laced with stems and leaves. But you also have to remember that Tylenol and a host of other over the counter medicines have been proven to be toxic to the liver. My last liver readings was in the 18-20 range and @Steve Mariotti posted his in the same range. When I took up Kava, I gave up Tylenol and I cut down my alcohol consumption by 75%. I think the smart money says that you should try to cut back on all all the other things that "tickle" the liver. You should have your liver readings checked at least once a year along with your cholesterol and sugar. I will agree that there may be some people that are prone to liver issues and the first round of lab tests will tell you if you are one of those .... Or if you are like the Ancient Islanders who drank Noble kava for 1000s of years without any problems. There is nothing wrong with erring on the side of safety so have your liver checked about 6 months into your kava routine.
P.S. And I'm assuming that you are drinking Noble Kava that has been tested by True Kava. If not, then all bets are off.
P.S. And I'm assuming that you are drinking Noble Kava that has been tested by True Kava. If not, then all bets are off.
TidyMinion
Kava Padawan
My bad, Kapm, I forgot about that part...actually back on this thread to follow up and post this link as it sums everything up that can be found in that discussion: http://www.truekava.com/acetone-test.html
TidyMinion
Kava Padawan
Aaaaand Deleted User01 already beat me to it...I did that thing where I posted before reading all responses. I'll get back to work now.
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Deleted member 2094
I know this is an old post but, im curious about the Gaia Phytocapsules. Would you recommend for a newbie to build op their tolerance? thx!Nice story Kapm. I also started with the Gaia Phytocapsules and I send my leftovers to a member and some to Deleted User for testing. I used to squeeze them under my tongue. Good way to get started. I have noticed that when I take Kava, I'm quite the social butterfly not to mention a budding comedian.Kava really does a good job of breaking your "give-a-shitter" and letting you relax and be yourself. As you said, highly recommended for social anxiety. Perfect for meeting the in-laws.
verticity
I'm interested in things
Gaia capsules are certified noble. They are on the heady side in my experience, but caused some stomach upset for me. They are an alcoholic extract. Some people think that is bad, but I don't care. 3 capsules is equivalent to a shell of kava.I know this is an old post but, im curious about the Gaia Phytocapsules. Would you recommend for a newbie to build op their tolerance? thx!
However, in my opinion, no extract is a substitute for prepared root powder.
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Deleted User01
@Catherine Echevarria, I don't see any harm with starting with the capsules. I did. I think you can take as many as 3 in a day but look on the bottle. To me, it's an easy way to get Kavalactones in your system without going through all the fuss of preparing kava, holding your nose, and gulping it. That being said, I just got my shipment of Mo'i Instant and Micronized from @Gourmet Hawaiian Kava . I plan on doing a big old kava kocktail with Ginger Ale, Lime, Ice and 2 tablespoons of Mo'i instant. 
I highly recommend this drink to Newbies. Just keep a spoon in the glass because the kava settles do the bottom and needs to be stirred between sips.
I highly recommend this drink to Newbies. Just keep a spoon in the glass because the kava settles do the bottom and needs to be stirred between sips.
Zac Imiola (Herbalist)
Kava Connoisseur
The only thing that makes me want instant or micro is how delicious these drinks you guys make lol! Damnit !
Damnit !
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Deleted member 2094
Thanks for the drink suggestion! I won't get my first delivery until Monday but I'll let ya know how it goes....hopefully lol@Catherine Echevarria, I don't see any harm with starting with the capsules. I did. I think you can take as many as 3 in a day but look on the bottle. To me, it's an easy way to get Kavalactones in your system without going through all the fuss of preparing kava, holding your nose, and gulping it. That being said, I just got my shipment of Mo'i Instant and Micronized from @Gourmet Hawaiian Kava . I plan on doing a big old kava kocktail with Ginger Ale, Lime, Ice and 2 tablespoons of Mo'i instant.
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Deleted member 2094
I have a question about the gingerale mix..... I started with 2 tblsp of instant moi and felt drunk. Should I increase the amount I use for a different effect or does it sound like a reverse tolerance thing?@Catherine Echevarria, I don't see any harm with starting with the capsules. I did. I think you can take as many as 3 in a day but look on the bottle. To me, it's an easy way to get Kavalactones in your system without going through all the fuss of preparing kava, holding your nose, and gulping it. That being said, I just got my shipment of Mo'i Instant and Micronized from @Gourmet Hawaiian Kava . I plan on doing a big old kava kocktail with Ginger Ale, Lime, Ice and 2 tablespoons of Mo'i instant.
If I'm not mistaken, Natrol is one of the few 'kava pill' companies that uses noble kava and possibly also water to make their extraction.has anyone used the Natrol kava kava capsules? , like is that a good place to start? (it's what I take), is there a certain amount that would be equal to a shell?
sorry for all the questions
Probably a good place to start, at least to get through RT, if you have it. The number of milligrams per shell changes with personal preference or cultural standard.
I think it's something like 200mg-500mg of kavalactones per shell in most preparations of traditional kava.
Kimmer
Patently irritable
For the first time in about five years, I actually enjoyed driving tonight--highway speed, windows open, radio cranked.
I used to love road trips but in recent years have felt less and less comfortable driving. Most times it's just an uneasy feeling--no real reason behind it.
I've been doing more highway driving since my Dad's stroke--Mike and I have both noticed that I'm less anxious on the road lately, but tonight was the first time I actually enjoyed it. I really hope this continues (though I will never like driving on icy roads.)
I used to love road trips but in recent years have felt less and less comfortable driving. Most times it's just an uneasy feeling--no real reason behind it.
I've been doing more highway driving since my Dad's stroke--Mike and I have both noticed that I'm less anxious on the road lately, but tonight was the first time I actually enjoyed it. I really hope this continues (though I will never like driving on icy roads.)
Damien Pearse
Kava Curious
Hi Blindy, I hope you don't mind me hijacking your post! I noticed you said you'd been sober for a few years before starting Kava. I've been sober for a few years now, but am always looking for healthier alternatives! I wondered what your experience of Kava has been like since your last post? Do you think it's a good replacement for the booze? Best, Damien
Damien Pearse
Kava Curious
Hi Kavakaize, I hope you don't mind me hijacking your post (I've also contacted some others too!)! I noticed you said you'd been sober for a few years before starting Kava. I've been sober for a few years now, but am always looking for healthier alternatives! I wondered what your experience of Kava has been like since your last post? Do you think it's a good replacement for the booze? Best, Damien
Kavakaize
kavakaize
@Damien.
I feel kava helps tremendously when dealing with side effects from quitttng alcohol. It is is also a great alternative to help you relax any time of the day.
Alcohol is just a way to self medicate anxiety. Alcohol is a depressant which further leads to more depression, anxiety, insomnia..etc only compounding your problems.
I personally feel noble kava is traditional medicine and if you find the right noble variety for your body it will benefit you.
Listen to the kava. Bula!
I feel kava helps tremendously when dealing with side effects from quitttng alcohol. It is is also a great alternative to help you relax any time of the day.
Alcohol is just a way to self medicate anxiety. Alcohol is a depressant which further leads to more depression, anxiety, insomnia..etc only compounding your problems.
I personally feel noble kava is traditional medicine and if you find the right noble variety for your body it will benefit you.
Listen to the kava. Bula!