An East Dayton shop that sells all-natural kratom products has reconfigured its space to create a “kava bar” where customers can consume what users say is a mood-altering beverage that promotes ...

The use of Kava supplements is on the rise as a means for relieving feelings of stress and anxiety. Kava, scientifically known as Piper methysticum, is a plant indigenous to the islands of the South ...

The number of drink options available on the open market continues to grow. Much of this is through increased knowledge and being able to obtain ingredients from far and wide. Herbal and iced teas ...

Tracy and Scott Pingel just had a baby. Life was tough enough in the late 2000s, but add a newborn to the mix, and the stress levels went through the roof. So the couple decided to search for an ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. If you’ve ever prepared kava at home, you know the experience can vary. One batch ...

Chocolate is a treat, but when you add kava, chocolate is medicine. At least that’s what Rachael Gibney, a reiki healer from Shutesbury says. She is mixing a bowl of raw cacao with ground kava at a ...

Kava kava is an herbal remedy that some people use to relieve stress and anxiety and boost sleep. However, some research suggests it may cause liver damage, so individuals should use it with caution.