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What is kava kava?

by Ms. Alyson Greenhalgh and Dr. Sara Kirk

question
I've heard a lot about the herb kava kava, but what it is used for?

answer
Kava kava is a herb taken from the root of a Polynesian plant and has been found to have anxiety-reducing properties. It is a relatively new product in the UK and is found in health food stores in supplement form. Some people who have taken kava kava say it makes you feel relaxed without feeling drowsy. Like many herbal products, research on the effect of this product is limited.

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