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Fiji Kava, also known as Yaqona is traditionally pronounced Yan-go-na and is considered by natives to be a plant given to them by the Gods. It is also commonly called kava in the United States, or grog, throughout the Pacific Islands. Each region of the Islands has their own special traditions and cultural rites. There are many legends surrounding the origins and importance of Fiji kava. From preparation to consumption, there are specific meanings and rituals for Yaqona. Legends of Yaqona Some legends in Fiji claim the God Degei created the plant to offer wisdom to the people. Other legends claim the plant sprouted from...

According to the Yoga Alliance, 36 million Americans practiced yoga in 2016. This number is twice what it was in the previous four years. As yoga’s popularity increases, so do the reasons why people implement it in their lives. People are constantly looking for new ways to practice yoga, which is why kava yoga has emerged. A few of the top reasons people engage in yoga is to better their health, reduce stress and because they enjoy it. Others start to lose weight, develop better habits and because they want to find ways to practice mindfulness to calm their minds. Yoga offers all...

There are several misconceptions about kava, a drink originating from the South Pacific Islands. Individuals and communities have been consuming kava tea for thousands of years without any known negative incidents. This alone should tell be enough to sustain kava’s positive reputation. However, there are a handful of reports claiming kava is not as great as reported. Some even claim there is such a thing as kava liver damage. But before explaining why kava liver damage is a big misconception, it is important to know exactly what the liver does, what damages the liver, and the real reason behind the controversy. The Liver’s Job The liver...

At the end of each day you can feel the tension of the day in your body. It may appear as a headache or pain where your neck meets your head. It may appear in your lower back as a tightness that burns when you bend. The “it” is tension and it can ruin your day. Because of this, people are now trying different relaxation techniques to reduce this tension.  Tension is usually caused by everyday stressors. It leads to dull aches and pains and can even make the area of tension sore to touch. When you are psychologically overwhelmed, your muscles and joints...