Kava Kava does not limit mental acuity.  It is for this reason
that many physicians prefer Kava Kava over Valium, Xanax
and Ativan.

Kava Kava is a safe, natural, non-addictive herbal
supplement that has many applications.  Some claim to
experience a greater sense of well-being!

Recent studies show that Kava has the unique ability to promote a calming effect while increasing mental acuity.

 The leaves and stems (lewena) of the Kava plant
 have some medicinal values, but the Kava's
 strength comes from the long, thin lateral roots of
 the Kava plant.  The lateral roots (Waka) contains
 the highest concentration of kavalactones, the
 active principals responsible for Kava's relaxing
 and pleasurable effects.  After being harvested the
 roots are laid in the sun to thoroughly dry.  Once
 dry they are either made into powder or woven into
 bundles and crushed later.  From the powdered or
 crushed form, the Kava is dispersed in water using
 a cloth filter to trap the residue of the root.  When
 the cold water has passed through the cloth, it is
 squeezed to get the remaining liquid out of the
 Kava filter (the harder the root fiber is squeezed
 the more kavalactones will be released).  Kava
 can effectively reduce stress and anxiety.  Just
 one cup will promote relaxation to help relieve
 the stress of the day without the side effects of
 alcohol or other anti-stress drugs.