[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

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Meatballs make a healthy & nutritious dinner plus Scooby Doo inspired crunchy pumpkin cookies. 2 part video series.

Part : Recipe for Beef Meatballs

Tools and Equipment:
Frypan
Ice cream scoop for uniform size
Large mixing bowl
Wooden spoon

Ingredients:
500 grams lean beef mince
1 egg beaten
1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs – - 90g/3oz
1 tbpn flour
½ cup Kale finely chopped – 45grams/2oz
½ cup Grated carrot – 45grams/2oz
2 tbpn grated low fat cheese
1 tspn Fish Oil
1 beef stock cube crumbled — or 1 tspn beef stock powder — good quality no additives
Olive oil

Directions:

1/ Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl.
2/ Thoroughly mix to combine.
3/ Form into meatballs using ice cream scoop and rolling each ball in flour. If mixture is too wet add a little more flour — if too dry add a little water.
4/ Add a few meatballs at a time to the frypan and keep them moving.
5/ Cover pan and cook on medium heat for 15-20 mins or until cooked through. A few minutes before they are finished, top with a dollop of grated cheese and press onto each meatball.
5/ Allow to cool

Tip:
Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze in plastic sealed packs for easy portion control use.
These meatballs have a hearty beef flavor and a great meaty smell. Topped with a dollop of tasty low fat cheese your pooch will love these power packed meatballs.

Part 2:

Recipe for Scooby Doo Pumpkin Treats

Scooby Doo Pumpkin Seed Treats (Daunting Doggie Treats)
1 ½ cups flour – plain (all purpose) – 175g/6oz
1 cup rice flour – 90g/4oz
1 cup rolled oats – 90g/3oz
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp sunflower oil
110 g / 4oz / ½ cup pumpkin, cooked and mashed
60g/2oz/1/4 cup smooth sugar free peanut butter
Water
Pumpkin seeds
Directions:
1/ Preheat oven to 325*F / 160*C / (140*D fan)
2/ Line a large baking tray (sheets) with non stick baking/parchment paper
3/ Stir together the plain all purpose flour, oats, baking powder and cinnamon in a mixing bowl
4/ Beat together the oil, pumpkin and peanut butter until smooth
5/ Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the pumpkin mixture and stir well and gradually add enough water to make a firm soft dough.
6/ Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until no longer sticky. Roll out the dough. Cut into shapes with cookie cutter.
7/ Place on the baking tray and press in the pumpkin seeds.
8/ Bake 25 minutes.
9/ Turn the oven off and leave the treats in oven until cold.
Makes 15-20 treats
If dough is too sticky to roll – slowly add more flour onto the dough ball.
Store in airtight container. Cannot be frozen.
Utensils
Baking tray lined with parchment paper
Wooden spoon
Large mixing bowl.

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