Kava Kava Root Vegicaps (Piper methysticum) 100 caps/470 mg: C

Vegetarian Capsules Starwest Herb Capsules 100 count are packaged in a light and moisture-resistant white bottle, with a tamper-evident, pressure-sealed lid. 500 count bulk packs are packaged in foil, barrier-seal bags. Our superior quality herbs are captured in 100% natural and Certified Kosher size 0 vegetarian capsules. Derived from naturally occurring vegetable cellulose and 100% preservative free, vegetarian capsules do not interfere with the digestive process. Most, but not all herbs, are also certified kosher. These capsules do not have additives or filler. When you choose Starwest Herb Capsules you are getting over 28 years of experience and our guarantee of superior quality, potency, consistency and dependability. We select our herbs and spices from natural renewable sources and are irradiation-free. We begin with carefully selected whole herbs (when possible) from reputable growers around the world. Followed with numerous quality control inspections before and after processing in which we adhere to our strict quality control standards. Starwest encapsulates only superior quality herb powder and strives to consistently capture and maintain the purest and highest quality botanicals and their natural benefits. Kava is the traditional sacramental brew of Polynesia, and has been shown to medically effective in elevating mood and reducing stress. 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. Kava is mildly narcotic and produces mild euphoric changes characterized by elevated mood, fluent and lively speech and increased sense of sound. Kava is the most relaxing botanical herb with exception of the opium poppy. 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.