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Kava Kava

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  • Kava Kava: 320mg is 1.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (250mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Kava Kava is supported by moderate evidence for reducing symptoms of anxiety. However, the low safety score reflects significant concerns regarding potential hepatotoxicity and liver injury. Users should exercise caution due to these documented safety risks.

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Kava Kava: 320mg is 1.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (250mg)

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This product received a low safety score because it contains 320mg of Kava Kava, which exceeds the recommended upper daily limit of 250mg.

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Label for Kava Kava
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

320 mg
Exceeds UL by 1.3× (UL: 250 mg) 15 studies (A:0, B:5)
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use: Take 1 Capsule 1-2 times per day or as recommended by your healthcare professional. Start with 1 capsule initially to assess tolerance. Maximum use of 3 months. Following this take a 2 week break from use before continuing.

Warnings & Precautions

Caution: If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or taking medications, consult your hearth care professional before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Description The origins of Kava Kava are found in the South Pacific Islands, where its history of use dates back for centuries. Kava Kava is, arguably, the epitome of a calming and relaxing herb. It is believed to be helpful in maintaining healthy stress levels, reducing restlessness and regulating normal sleep cycles.

Contains Kava Kava (30% Kavalactones)

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Additional Information

About us At Samsara Herbs, we believe that all positive change in the world must first begin with positive change from within. We invite you to tap into your own infinite power through the use of our potent herbal extracts! We seek out only quality herbs from our trusted sources from around the world for use in our herbal extracts. Samsara Herbs, dedicated to empowering your life force!

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice USA Tested 3rd party USA tested

Storage Cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKUX0002HXVSVJ
DSLD Entry Date2020-05-22
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID220742
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

19
Research Sources
48
Avg Quality
8
Rct
5
Systematic Review
4
Meta Analysis
2
Clinical Trial
B Kava extract for treating anxiety
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2003 PubMed
B Kava for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Review of Current Evidence
Meta Analysis Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.) 2018 PubMed DOI
B Kava extract for treating anxiety
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2001 PubMed
B Kava extract for treating anxiety
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2002 PubMed
B The effectiveness and safety of Kava Kava for treating anxiety symptoms: A systematic review and analysis of randomized clinical trials
Systematic Review Complementary therapies in clinical practice 2018 PubMed DOI
C Kava for generalised anxiety disorder: A 16-week double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled study
Rct The Australian and New Zealand journal of psychiatry 2020 PubMed DOI
C Kava and St. John's Wort: current evidence for use in mood and anxiety disorders
Systematic Review Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.) 2009 PubMed DOI
C Neuroimaging Insights: Kava's (Piper methysticum) Effect on Dorsal Anterior Cingulate Cortex GABA in Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
Rct Nutrients PubMed DOI
C The risk-benefit profile of commonly used herbal therapies: Ginkgo, St. John's Wort, Ginseng, Echinacea, Saw Palmetto, and Kava
Meta Analysis Annals of internal medicine 2002 PubMed
C Efficacy of kava extract for treating anxiety: systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of clinical psychopharmacology 2000 PubMed
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