Hawaiian Kava Kava Root
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Hawaiian Kava Kava Root
Description
Hawaiian Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) is also known as kava, awa, ava or sakau. The Hawaiian Kava Kava root is the most commonly used part of the Kava. Kava is a small plant that has heart shaped yellow to yellow green leaves. The Hawaiian Kava Kava root is harvested and processed on the same day to preserve all the therapeutic properties of this herb.
The Hawaiian Kava Kava root has over 14 varieties and each one has a distinct color and appearance.
History and Origin
The tribes of the Pacific islands were the first people to use kava for its therapeutic properties. The Hawaiian Kava Kava root originated from the New Guinea Indonesia area or region. It had many name origins because of the varieties of Hawaiian Kava Kava root from many parts of Asia and Oceana.
Ancient Uses
The ancient tribes of the Pacific islands were the first one to use the Hawaiian Kava Kava root for its therapeutic properties. It was used to cure various ailments as well as an integral part of many ceremonies. In Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kava Kava root is a part of divination ceremonies, baptizing and naming a child, initiating a child and also affirming sacred symbols.
Hawaiian Kava Kava root was, and still is a vital part of social and religious ceremonies and is also used in welcoming strangers and new arrivals to the islands.
Modern Uses
In modern times, Hawaiian Kava Kava root is used for its many properties. It has an anxiolytic effect that can relieve anxiety; stress and can induce calm and sleep. Hawaiian Kava Kava root has healing properties that can relieve depression that is a result of anxiety and fear.
Hawaiian Kava Kava root is also a great muscle relaxant. You can use Hawaiian Kava Kava root in calming the muscles of the bronchial tubes to decrease an irritating cough. It can also relieve pain and inflammation of the smooth muscles of the skeletal system. Hawaiian Kava Kava root is also an effective diuretic that can relieve gout symptoms such as pain and inflammation. This herb is also an anticonvulsant and can treat episodes of epilepsy attacks. There are studies that reveal the effectiveness of the Hawaiian Kava Kava root for treating cerebral ischemia and also to protect a person with a high risk from stroke.
Hawaiian Kava Kava root is an analgesic that is nonaddicting. It can also be used as a local anesthetic for minor surgical procedures. Hawaiian Kava Kava root is also effective as an antifungal relieving fungus infection of the skin, nails and the genital area.
Side Effects
Many who have tried Hawaiian Kava Kava root have attested to the safety of this herbal remedy. It has grown in popularity throughout the years because of its therapeutic effects. Hawaiian Kava Kava root does not cause dependence and may even be used without the dangers of toxicity.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women must be cautioned against taking Hawaiian Kava Kava root. It is not recommended for very young children and it may also react with the medicines you are currently taking. Consult your doctor regarding the use of Hawaiian Kava Kava root for your illness.
