CategoriesKnowledgeAre you constantly weakened, lacking motivation, feeling empty, unable to enjoy life? It doesn’t have to be depression. In recent times, a new concept has emerged in the field of mental health that resonates with many individuals who may be experiencing a sense of stagnation and emptiness. This concept, known as “languishing”, has gained attention as people seek to understand and address their emotional well-being.
CategoriesKnowledgeParental burnout as a term first emerged in the 1980s, but has only gained popularity in the 21st century. The analogy with occupational burnout is not coincidental here and translates into a better understanding of the problems parents face. Something that not so long ago was often an individual drama of parents, hidden behind the home door, is now becoming a public topic. And a wider awareness of the problem can result in a better solution.
CategoriesKnowledgeIs all stress bad? Does every stressful situation involve risks to the proper functioning of our body (sleep, blood pressure, biorhythm, homeostasis, emotional control)? Should we avoid stress at all costs? Not necessarily! What is the difference between eustress and distress? Let’s find out!
CategoriesKnowledgeIf you have searched for information about Kava Kava on the internet, you have certainly come across the opinion that Kava is harmful to the liver, i.e. that Methystine Pepper is hepatotoxic. Let’s take a closer look at the origins of this – unfortunately – rather strongly spread assessment and the current state of research on the subject.
CategoriesKnowledgeKava Kava is a symbol of natural relaxation and inner peace. But what exactly is its relaxing impact? Of the many factors, one seems to be key: the effect of Kava’s active ingredients on GABA receptors. This interaction is what allows Methistine Pepper to reduce the stimulation of the nervous system, reducing stress levels and relieving us of everyday tensions.
CategoriesKnowledgeWhen searching for information on the properties of Kava – methistine pepper – one often comes across mentions of its antidepressant and anti-anxiety (anxiolytic) effects. Some even consider Kava to be a natural alternative to antidepressants. Is this right? What should you know about depression – a disease that will soon dominate the world?
CategoriesKnowledge UncategorizedCBD products have gained massive popularity relatively quickly. Demand for CBD products is growing, but not only that. Its presence in the media space and awareness of its effects is also increasing. But are we aware of the similarities between the effects of CBD and Kava Kava? Let’s find out!
CategoriesKnowledgeMethistine pepper is known around the world not only as a symbol of relaxation, but also as a natural help for sleep disorders. For many people, it is primarily a remedy for falling asleep and sleep quality problems. It is valued for its effectiveness and its natural origin!
Kava has a tradition dating back more than three thousand years. This is a good perspective to consider how we slept in the past and today. Has our need for sleep changed, and how? Does modernity “disrupt” the natural rhythm of day and night and the regenerative properties of sleep?
CategoriesKnowledgeAdaptogens are a phenomenon. First of all, the phenomenon of nature: plants with unique properties, often hidden in inaccessible places and surrounded by an aura of wonder, for thousands of years used and deemed invaluable in ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine (although reserved mainly for rulers and elites – these herbal potions used by, amongst others, Genghis Khan). On the other hand, adaptogens are also a modern health phenomenon: safe support of the body in even the most demanding conditions, until recently used almost exclusively by astronauts or Olympians, today gaining widespread popularity around the world.
Adaptogens fascinate researchers and users. We are most fascinated by the question: is Kava an adaptogen?
CategoriesKnowledgeWhere does the unique effect of Kava come from? How is it possible that Kava can simultaneously calm the nervous system and increase dopamine and serotonin levels? At the same time, provide inner peace and restore energy for action?
The answer lies primarily in the roots of Kava and the action of its active ingredients, the kavalactones. Or to be more precise: in their interaction. It is the particular composition of the kavalactones – the natural chemotype – that determines the way in which a particular Kava affects our body.
