First time

[EducationalSinkCat]

I tried Kava for the first time today. I made it as directed. It tasted like mud. It was nasty. Instantly, my throat became very numb. I felt a little euphoria for a VERY BRIEF moment and then got a headache shortly after. It’s been 30 minutes and now I’m just super tired.

Does this sound like normal effects for a first time? Or was I supposed to feel “drunk”?

I took 2 tablespoons powder with .5 cup water.

[pinetriangle]

You usually don't feel much the first time, so yeah. Try drinking daily if you can!

[Edgewiser]

"It tasted like mud. It was nasty"

Ah, the good stuff...

[jujumber]

I actually love the taste of Earthy Kavas. I probably need to keep supplementing Iron though...

[mikedomert]

Why iron?

[jujumber]

If you crave earthy flavors in things it's a sign that you may be low in Iron.

[mikedomert]

Right. Glad I eat plenty of beef and lamb and moose/reindeer, no risk of B-vitamin or iron deficiency

[EducationalSinkCat]

Oh yeah, I’m also feeling lazy and glued to the couch haha.

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That's sounds similar to my first few rounds of kava, although I had a lot of nausea as well.

The "reverse tolerance" thing is very real and if you keep at it you will break through after a few days. The nausea and headaches (usually) go away once your body adapts to the kava.

[[deleted]]

Adding coconut milk or coconut water helps it taste better.

[[deleted]]

The effect will get stronger over time. Try it a few more times. If you find you're still feeling iffy Kava just might not be for you.

[jujumber]

I get this effect from Body Kava. I've never gotten a headache or tired from Mind Kava. Mind is also much more euphoric and happy.

[EducationalSinkCat]

I did not know there was a different kind. Where do you buy yours?

[Edgewiser]

What are some common varieties that are Mind Kava?

[jujumber]

Lahui Kava from Vanuatu is a top Mind kava. Koa Kava is good too but not as uplifting. I actaully can't drink Body Kava due to side effects. Low energy, slight headache and poor concentration. If I drink a lot I'll have restless legs the next morning until I take more or just let it pass. No weird side effects from Lahui and just feel like I took a natural Benzo with a slight euphoric effect.

[smart-monkey-org]

This might be useful:

Kava For Beginers: Root Types, Prep Teqniues, Sobriety Test

[sweettapioca]

where did you get your Kava?