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There are many different recipes available for preparing kava kava root powder into liquid drinks.
Some people find the taste of traditionally-prepared kava a bit too earthy and bitter for their palettes. Modern recipes often use liquid kava extracts, mixed in fruit juices, दालचीनी, शहद, अदरक, coconut milk, raw chocolate and more.
Kava powders and pastes are also easy to combine with various flavor-enhancing ingredients. You can also purchase instant Kava products as well as tea bags that are fast and convenient to make at home.
Kava is the name for a beverage made from the Piper methysticum plant that is common to various islands in the Pacific Ocean. The traditional kava recipe involves harvesting the rhizomes, crushing them to pulp, and infusing them in water to make a cloudy tea.
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शीर्ष कावा उत्पाद * ❯Kava Kava Drink Recipes
Various cultures have consumed kava preparations for many centuries. In places like Hawaii, फिजी, Samoa and Tonga, this beverage is commonly used for ceremonial, political, सामाजिक, religious and celebratory purposes. [1]
उत्तरी अमेरिका में, the herb is used for its anti-anxiety effects to promote relaxation, मानसिक शांत, pain relief and restful sleep. It is also used to promote pro-social behavior.
There are numerous kava extract products available from various supplement manufacturers. प्राकृतिक चिकित्सा व्यापक डेटाबेस (NMCD) कहा गया है कि वहाँ रहे हैं 286 dietary supplements currently available with kava as an ingredient. [1]
Kava supplements are available as liquid extracts, चिपकाता, पाउडर, गोलियाँ, कैप्सूल, whole rhizome and tea bag forms. The most common form to purchase this product in is as a bulk powder.
Some people prefer to experience the effects of kava by taking it in pill form, while others enjoy the process of making a traditional kava brew from raw materials in their kitchens.
Multiple studies have shown that certain bioactive plant chemicals in kava can induce a variety of medicinal effects. These compounds are called kavalactones or kavapyrones. [1]
Kavalactones are believed to exhibit anti-stress, विरोधी भड़काऊ, दर्दनिवारक, sedative and other effects. हालांकि, their mechanisms inside the body are not yet understood well. [1]
Users report stress relief and anxiety reduction when consuming this plant product. हालांकि, kava does not cause the sedative-like side effects of typical Central Nervous System depressants.
Taking high dosages of this plant extract can impair mental capacities and result in negative effects. कुछ लोगों में, it seems that kava induces feelings of mild intoxication much like alcohol.
Because of the surge in popularity of this herb, there are many sources online that provide kava beverage recipes. Especially in some western cities, kava bars have become a popular meeting ground for people who do not want to consume alcohol.
Different drink recipes will yield variations in taste, aroma and physiological effects that you may experience. This is due to different kavalactone concentrations between different preparations. [1]
Best Way to Prepare Kava Drinks
There is no best way to prepare kava drinks, but there are general guidelines that most recipes will follow.
While there are unlimited ways to experiment with making kava tea and other beverages, the goal is to extract the active chemicals out of the rhizomes of the plant into a liquid solution.
Below is a more detailed description of how kava is traditionally prepared:
- ले लो 3 या 4 ounces of organic kava rhizome and crush it in a mortar with a pestle.
- Place the pulpy rhizome in a porous bag like a muslin sack.
- Place the muslin sack in a large bowl.
- Add about 3 cups of purified water to the bowl.
- With your hands, knead the kava pulp inside the bag to infuse its constituents into the water.
- Remove the muslin sack from the bowl, squeeze it and set aside.
The remaining liquid in the bowl can be heated (not boiled), chilled or consumed as is. Many users like to add sweeteners, cream and/or other enhancers to create their own unique kava recipes. [3]
Some online sources report that combining it with grapefruit, lime or ginger can make the beverage taste better and take away some of the bitterness.
There are also Kava cocktail and smoothie recipes online that mimic other popular drinks, such as the Kava Colada recipe.
How to Mix Kava Root Powder
Kava kava powder is available and preferred by many users. It is a good choice for those that do not want to brew this beverage using the slower traditional method.
Dried and ground powders make recipe preparation faster, cleaner and less labor-intensive. There are also instant Kava powder products which eliminate the need for straining.
The standard method for preparing kava with an organic powder is to use a common kitchen blender.
According to Kava.com, “एक सामांय नियम के रूप में, no matter the brand of Kava Powder you purchase, 2 tablespoons of the powder, blended into a liquid of your choice, के लिए कम से कम 1-2 मिनट, is a great place to start.” [3]
Many users recommend straining the mixture through a cheesecloth to remove any plant material left in the mixture. This is said to create a smoother, more enjoyable drinking experience.
Strong Kava Recipes:
Some users prefer to make stronger brews that contain a higher concentration of active alkaloids. This may be preferable as a way to increase the potency of the beverage or to reduce the amount that has to be consumed.
तुमसे हो सकता है increase the kavalactone of your favorite kava recipes by adding in a small amount of concentrated paste or a liquid extract. These are plant extracts that have been processed in a way to increase the concentration of active alkaloids.
बारी-बारी से, you can increase the amount of kava rhizome pulp or powder used in your recipes.
Note that there are side effects associated with excessive use of this plant. उच्च खुराकों मानसिक सुस्ती को जन्म दे सकता है, impaired coordination, loss of inhibitions or other changes in behavior.
What Does Kava Kava Taste Like?
As much as kava drinkers enjoy the relaxing, calming effects of this beverage, few people seem to enjoy the bitter taste. It is sometimes described as tasting like “medicinal dirt.” [3]
In traditional ceremonies, kava is often consumed in one or two large gulps; not sipped and enjoyed slowly. This may be due to the taste factor. [3]
Some people in online forms and websites claim to enjoy the earthy flavor of the beverage without any added flavoring agents in their recipes. Users describe getting used to the taste with regular consumption.
If you cannot tolerate the taste of this plant extract in a beverage or cocktail form, there are also oral capsules available that will mask the flavor. Some high-potency extract capsules can provide similar benefits and are more convenient than preparing a recipe at home.
If you are considering preparing any kava recipes, यह अपने डॉक्टर से इसकी चर्चा. Kava may cause certain side effects and possibly interact with some health conditions and medications. [4]
अतीत में, kava was associated with hepatotoxicity (जिगर विषाक्तता). This was attributed to low-quality extracts of the plant made with alcohol-based solvents.
Always use water-based kava rhizome powder that is certified as being free of unwanted contaminants and tested by a third-party laboratory for purity. Avoid purchasing from smaller brands that are not well-established online.
It is recommended that kava users have routine liver enzyme tests conducted. भी, this product should not be used for more than 6 months at a time and should be taken with medical supervision. [1]
आलेख अंतिम बार अद्यतन किया गया: 3 जुलाई, 2018 द्वारा Nootriment