Kava Culture Nice stuff kava did for me

[Krunkie McKrunkface]

Sort of in order. Feel free to add any cool effects from kava you have enjoyed. I should also mention that I get zero bad effects from grog.

1. vivid dreams, also nIghtmares stopped being scary

2. weight loss (just In time so I could qualify for needed cancer surgery that was restricted by weight). I have good weight now and look great (for an old guy)

3. completely eliminated all desire for alcohol. I went from 6- pack a day for 40 years to teetotal in 5 months with no effort nor cravings, not one.

4. it feels really good when I drink kava

5. better sleep. With kava I go to bed early, get 8 hours of sleep, wake feeling great. Always. Do not miss hangovers

I will add to this.....

 

[JohnMichael]

Sort of in order. Feel free to add any cool effects from kava you have enjoyed. I should also mention that I get zero bad effects from grog.

1. vivid dreams, also nIghtmares stopped being scary

2. weight loss (just In time so I could qualify for needed cancer surgery that was restricted by weight). I have good weight now and look great (for an old guy)

3. completely eliminated all desire for alcohol. I went from 6- pack a day for 40 years to teetotal in 5 months with no effort nor cravings, not one.

4. it feels really good when I drink kava

5. better sleep. With kava I go to bed early, get 8 hours of sleep, wake feeling great. Always. Do not miss hangovers

I will add to this.....

The social aspects of kava have been fun for us in our little neighborhood. My wife and I enjoy sharing our afternoon sessions with the uninitiated. Several couples have begun drinking kava more or less regularly on our block.

 

[Krunkie McKrunkface]

The social aspects of kava have been fun for us in our little neighborhood. My wife and I enjoy sharing our afternoon sessions with the uninitiated. Several couples have begun drinking kava more or less regularly on our block.

Oh yes, it’s great for family or social get together, especially with others who love kava, it’s great to sit and just drink grog. At Christmas we usually splurge and get fresh.

 

[Fushi88]

2. weight loss (just In time so I could qualify for needed cancer surgery that was restricted by weight). I have good weight now and look great (for an old guy)

Were you drinking Kava during your cancer treatment?

 

[Terrance J Goins JR]

Kava has eliminated the need to drink alcohol. I have greater control over my life much better decision making. it helps me laugh and enjoy my family more even though they don’t drink kava I still make them laugh.

 

[Krunkie McKrunkface]

Were you drinking Kava during your cancer treatment?

Yes, every step of the way. Can’t imagine what it would have been without kava. Shudder to think.

 

[Fushi88]

Yes, every step of the way. Can’t imagine what what it would have been without lava. Shudder to think.

Wow that's awesome.

 

[Kalm with Kava]

Yes, every step of the way. Can’t imagine what what it would have been without lava. Shudder to think.

I've really enjoyed seeing your journey from a newbie a couple years ago to where you are now. You're such a nice guy and I hope one day we can share shells! Glad you're in better health.

 

[Jacob Bula]

For me, pros- weight loss and zero alcohol cravings. Cons- depression.

 

[krunkgod]

It stopped my binge drinking that had been an on going issue for years. I no longer drink, even socially. Anytime there has been a get together or party with family I usually bring the aluball and I'm good to go.

 

[Jacob Bula]

It stopped my binge drinking that had been an on going issue for years. I no longer drink, even socially. Anytime there has been a get together or party with family I usually bring the aluball and I'm good to go.

This. I was 6 months sober from alcohol, was about to go back and tried kava instead. I think it saved my life.

 

[Krunkie McKrunkface]

6. Anti-inflammatory effects. All my life I had suffered from a hereditary condition called undifferentiated spondyloarthropathy. It manifest in many different ways, which is why it’s so hard to diagnose. Or at least it would be until you do a simple blood test. We know that now. Anyway, kava keeps down over 80% of the inflammatory episodes I used to endure. For me kava is an NSAID that I can take at a high enough level to be effective and still be safe. Good medicine.

 

[gdm]

What kava do you us use that helps you sleep?

 

[The Kap'n]

For me kava is an NSAID that I can take at a high enough level to be effective and still be safe. Good medicine.

Science backs you up here too. Kava has been shown to affect the COX-2 enzyme as much as Celebrex.

 

[StevenF]

For me, pros- weight loss and zero alcohol cravings. Cons- depression.

How much do you drink to get rid of the alcohol cravings? I'm drinking 2 teaspoons every day with water. Effect is very mild so I'm missing the kick I get from alcohol. I'm I drinking too little Kava?

 

[Jacob Bula]

How much to you drink to get rid of the alcohol cravings? I'm drinking 2 teaspoons every day with water. Effect is very mild so I'm missing the kick I get from alcohol. I'm I drinking too little Kava?

4 to 8 tablespoons of medium grind. 2 weeks and I've had my fill. After that, I'm sick of it and take 2 weeks off.

 

[kavamehameha]

If I may add: Concentration/focus.

 

[nabanga]

I like it for the instant "switch off". I work quite intensely and under pressure from 7-5, and if I don't have kava I am still stressed with racing thoughts about the next things to do through till late. Mixing up a bowl and downing the first couple of shells in the early evening acts as a near-instant reset, and gets me back to normality quickly so that I can enjoy the last bit of the day.

 

[StevenF]

4 to 8 tablespoons of medium grind. 2 weeks and I've had my fill. After that, I'm sick of it and take 2 weeks off.

Awesome! Thanks for the advice

 

[Zaphod]

One more to add: helps prevent infinite scrolling the internet. I can easily get lost down internet rabbit holes on politics, conspiracy theories, fantasy lore, space, fitness etc. Somehow when I am a bit krunkalicious scrolling doesn't really appeal to me. More apt to pick up a book (yes a real book) then check what bs people are yelling about on the interwebs.