Synopsis:
Discover the secrets of "Nature's Xanax."
For thousands of years, Polynesians and other South Pacific islanders have known what Western society is just now discovering: the extraordinary anxiety-reducing properties of a root known as kava. This safe, effective herb, which can be readily found in health food and retail stores, provides the feelings of relaxation and tranquility that antianxiety drugs such as Valium and Xanax provide, with none of their unwanted side effects, such as grogginess and mental impairment.
Find out about this natural wonder herb and what it can do, including:
* What kava is and how it will make you feel
* Who should take kava and for how long
* What, if any, are the side effects
* Where to find it and what dosages are recommended
* How it compares to prescription medications
* How it also works for muscle aches, menopause, pain relief, bladder infections, and much more
* Plus, the latest research on other relaxing herbs, such as: valerian, chamomile, passionflower, skullcap and hops
* How it is used with other herbs and nutrients
About the Author:
Ray Sahelian, M.D., is a popular and respected physician and medical writer who is internationally recognized as a moderate voice in the evaluation of leading nutrients, hormones, and herbs. He has appeared on numerous television programs, including NBC Today, CBS This Morning, and CNN, as well as having been quoted in many national magazines and newspapers, and broadcast on over 2,000 radio stations. Dr. Sahelian is editor of Longevity Research Update and the author of the bestselling Melatonin: Nature's Sleeping Pill; DHEA: A Practical Guide; Creatine: Nature's Muscle Builder; and books on pregnenolone, glucosamine, saw palmetto, stevia, and 5-HTP.
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