Slight kava effects from preparing kava

[KavaJazz]

I've noticed something interesting. When I prepare kava, I sometimes get very mild kava-like effects. Do you think I'm getting some kavalactone absorbed through my skin, or is it merely a psychological association? Has anyone else expirienced this? Ben.


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[Sean D.]

I've noticed my hands go a little numb when kneading. That's neat though, bonus effect for you

 

[DirTJerz]

I've had similar thoughts. I figure it's gotta be both, to some extent. But part of me wants to believe that a noticeable amount is getting absorbed through the hands during 15 min. of prep, at least when I think about how quickly kava can take effect - our bodies must be good at absorbing it.

 

[blindy107]

I get giddy when I'm making my grog. I assume because I know what's to come! Pavlov around? Hahah

 

[kavadude]

My bowels start moving when I knead kava.

(it's entirely psychological)

 

[Deleted User01]

I hear ya on the bowel thing. Your stomach knows what you are preparing to drink and it does this ... That's why I sneak up on it with Micronized or instant. It doesn't have time to react.

 

[Roaddog]

Well I would not know, as I use gloves. But before I used gloves, I don't recall feeling it, as I Prepare it. Much Love, Roaddog....

 

[Doobie Doo]

I too have wondered about this "contact high". I do think I start to feel something if I take a big whiff (when it's nice and frothy right out of the blender..) or when I then start to strain / knead it full commando style, after I pour out into my modern tall plastic ceremonial decanter .. But how much of this is just placebo, I don't really know.

 

[Deactivated Account]

I would very very much doubt any kava is taking in by the skin like that. Maybe psychological possibly.