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Posted 1/31/2013 5:01 AM (GMT 0)
Any one ever try this and have positive or negative experiences with it?  I've been reading that it is good for people with GAD and is very calming.  Figured I would give it a try soon
Posted 1/31/2013 3:19 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Pitt and welcome.:)

My suggestion is to do your research and proceed with caution whenever trying something new.

I would even ask your doctor about it if you can, especially to see if there might be any interaction issues with any of your current medications.

I am very much in favor of trying holistics, but it needs to be done carefully. 'All Natural' isn't always just that...nor necessarily right for every person, so just choose carefully. (find a reputable dealer/health food retailer)

I do not know if Kava Tea is the same as the Kava Kava suppliment...but I have heard of certain people who expereinced liver problems as a result of taking Kava Kava...so again, do your homework before you try.;)

Best wishes, and keep posting!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 1/31/2013 3:26 PM (GMT 0)
Pitt17,

I second what SC said.

One thing that I know is safe would be peppermint tea. It can be soothing--it's not quite the same as something that works directly on your anxiety, but I use it because the kava interacts with my medications.

Another thing that I do when I have trouble sleeping is chamomile tea. I haven't tried it during the day--it could make you sleepy.

Feel better!

Av
Posted 1/31/2013 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
Not to take over the topic, but as Avrielle said a safe would be peppermint tea. I can't drink tea of any sort. For some reason it makes me physically ill. Is there any other "natural" calming methods?
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