[Latin Name]  Piper methyicium L.

[Specification] Kavalactones ≥30.0%

[Appearance] Yellow powder

Plant Part Used: Root

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is Kava?]

Kava, also known as piper methysticum, kava kava, and ‘awa, is a small shrub native to the islands in the South Pacific. The root and stems are made into a non-alcoholic, psychoactive beverage that has been used socially and ceremonially for hundreds of years in Hawaii, Fiji, and Tonga.

Kava is traditionally prepared by placing ground root and stem into a porous sack, submerging in water, and squeezing the juice into a large, carved, wooden bowl. Coconut half-shell cups are dipped and filled — punch bowl style. After drinking a cup or two a feeling of heightened attention combined with relaxation begins to come on. Although it is soothing, it is unlike alcohol in that thoughts remain clear. The flavor is largely inoffensive, but some find that it takes getting used to; it really depends on your preference for earthy flavors.

[Kava is Safe to Use]

The safe and effective benefits of kava to relieve symptoms of anxiety were also supported in a meta-analysis, a systematic statistical review of seven human clinical trials published in 2000 in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology, and again in a similar critical review in 2001. The reviews did not find significant adverse effects related to liver toxicity.

In conclusion, the liver is affected by many substances, including prescription and non- prescription drugs, as well as alcohol, which is a major cause of liver damage. We must be aware that herbs are potent medicines, to be treated with the appropriate respect regarding potential interactions and toxicity, including to the liver. On the other hand, Kava kava’s margin of safety far surpasses that of it’s pharmaceutical equivalent.

[Function]

Kava’s can help offset a number of problems, most notably stress, anxiety, and disrupted sleep patterns. However, kava’s anxiolytic (anti-panic or anti-anxiety agent) and calming properties can offset many other stress and anxiety related ailments.

1. Kava as a Therapy for Anxiety
2. Kava May Remedy Menopausal Mood Swings

3. Weight Loss

4. Combat Premature Aging

5. Quit Smoking Aid

6. Combat pain as an analgesic

7. Insomnia

8. Depression

Speaker: Prof. Dr. Tomasz Ciach Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, Member of the Board of NanoVelos Sp. ,Warsaw (PL)
CLINAM 7/ 2014, 7th Conference and Exhibition,
June 23-25, 2014

Learn to use the La Tourangelle Toasted Pumpkin Seed Oil to make a delicious Italian Style Salsa Verde with Chef Anne Goffin.

1 bunch Parsley
1 tablespoon Capers (drained)
2 Anchovy Fillets
1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
1/4 cup Toasted Pumpkin Seed Oil
1/2 cup Grapeseed Oil
pinch Chili Powder or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Salt and Pepper to taste

Roughly chop the parsley and discard the stems. Roughly chop the capers and anchovy fillets. Place chopped ingredients in a bowl and add the vinegar, oils, chili, salt and pepper. Stir, and serve over your favorite dish. (flavors will deepen if you let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes)