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The story behind our new Fiji Kava – Vula Waka

Kalm with Kava — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 03:36:22 +0000

I happened across the Vula Waka variety of Fiji kava about a year and a half ago when our Loa Waka farmer told us he had 10 plants of a special variety not grown very widely in Fiji that were ready to be harvested and asked if I wanted to try it. The kava enthusiast in me leaped at the chance. I’ve done a lot of research into kava varieties over the years, and hadn’t heard much of the Vula variety. There are over 105 varieties of kava and I’ve tried a fair number of these, but needless to say, not ALL! So, I was super excited to have the chance to be exposed to a new variety, especially one grown by a kava farmer I trusted and knew well. I awaited his shipment of this new kava product with great anticipation. When it finally arrived, the first thing I noticed was its unique aroma. Not at all peppery or sharp like many Vanuatu kavas and distinctly different from our Fijian Loa as well. This Fiji kava had a very mild, almost sweet smell. This was followed by a unique taste too – unlike any other kava I’d encountered before, […]

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The Science Behind the Natural Calm of Kava

Kalm with Kava — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 07:39:31 +0000

Time to learn more about Kava and kavalactones. How does kava work? What are kavalactones? Here we explain the science behind kava’s calming effects. Scientific research has led to a greater understanding of the active ingredients, or kavalactones, in kava root and the beneficial, natural calming effect that drinking kava provides. How Does Kava Work? Kavalactones The key benefit of drinking Kava is its ability to relax your mind and muscles; naturally giving you an overwhelming sense of calmness without hindering your mental clarity. Why and how does this happen? The answer is kavalactones. Kavalactones are the active ingredients found in Kava plants. There are 18 different kavalactones, with six being more important than the others. These six alone are responsible for over 90% of the active natural ingredients in any given Kava variety. These kavalactones with their corresponding numbers are listed below: Demethoxyyangonin = #1 Dihydrokavain = #2 Yangonin = #3 Kavain = #4 Dihydromethysticin = #5 Methysticin = #6 Effects of Kavalactones While the science of Kava is still in its infancy, it is known that certain kavalactone effects are associated with different physiological effects on the body. And that’s crucial for understanding more specifically how kava works. For example, one […]

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Kava Bars

Kalm with Kava — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 16:30:09 +0000

The Kava Bar: A Great Place to Relax and Be Social Kava Bars (Nakamals) are popping up all over the US and for a great reason! Kava is a perfect social drink that may make you a little more talkative, happy, and relaxed. Best of all though, there’s no worry about over-indulging and having a pounding headache or sick stomach in the morning. And did I mention the great sleep? But what is a Kava Bar? And Where are the Kava Bars? Kava bars are a great place to socially drink Kava, interact, and learn more about this increasingly popular root Typically set up in an island theme, Kava bars tends to have a very relaxed atmosphere. Kava bars usually serve traditionally prepared kava root along with more current variations such as mixed with juice or coconut to make the kava root more palatable. Since Kava and alcohol consumption should not be combined, rarely will they offer alcohol for sale at the establishment. This makes for a great all-ages hangout spot. Snacks are often available with most offering some superb South Pacific fair. Nakamal is a word used in Vanuatu as a traditional meeting place used for get-togethers, ceremonies, and […]

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