Micronized Kava Powder 6.73% Kavalactones

Micronized Kava Powder is whole kava root ground so finely that it stirs straight into water, juice or a smoothie with no strainer bag and no brewing. It is the same root that goes into a traditional kava bowl, milled fine enough to stay in suspension and drink down smoothly. Each serving carries 6.73% kavalactones, which is what makes it read as a smooth, traditional kava session rather than a thin one. Every lot is laboratory tested with no fillers.

At a glance

6.73% kavalactones per serving, whole root, no concentration or dilution
Balanced profile of all six kavalactones in their natural proportion
First serving 1 to 3 grams; regular use typically 10 to 15 grams, 1 to 3 times per day
Laboratory tested with no fillers
Earthy, peppery flavor, stirs straight into liquid with no straining
Sizes from a 14 gram trial pack through 1 oz, 2oz, 4oz, 8oz, a pound, a kilo and a 5 kilo bulk bag

The herb. Kava (Piper methysticum) is a member of the pepper family, cultivated for its root across the Pacific Islands, with Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga as its heartland. For more than three thousand years the root has been pounded, steeped and shared at day's end, in ceremony and in the everyday village kava bar. Noble varieties are the cultivars islanders themselves drink daily, selected over generations for a clean, pleasant effect. The root holds six main kavalactones, and the ratio between them is what gives one kava a heady character and another a heavy one.

Active content. This powder tests at 6.73% kavalactones per serving, with no concentration and no dilution, just the natural profile of the root:

Kavain: the quick, heady, uplifting kavalactone, with dihydrokavain close behind
Methysticin and dihydromethysticin: lean heavier and more body-focused
Yangonin and desmethoxyyangonin: round the profile out and shape how long a session lasts

Because micronized kava keeps the whole root, you get all six in their natural balance, which is why users describe it as full and rounded rather than sharp.

Dosage, first time. Start with a small dose of 1 to 3 grams stirred into a glass of water or juice to assess your tolerance. Micronized kava is easiest on an empty stomach, so take it away from meals. Sip it over a few minutes, then wait a good half hour to forty five minutes before deciding on more. The first sign is usually a light numbing of the lips, followed by a loosening through the shoulders and a quieter head. Expect the first few sessions to feel milder than later ones; kava has a reverse tolerance, meaning many people need a few sessions before it lands fully.

Regular use. People who know their response gradually adjust up to their ideal daily amount, which is typically 10 to 15 grams, taken 1 to 3 times per day. Work up in small steps rather than jumping to the top of that range, and stay where the effect suits you. A moderate serving on an empty stomach usually does more than a large one after dinner. Do not exceed the stated serving.

What to expect. Users describe micronized kava as calm, mellow and easygoing, with a relaxed body and a clear head, the kind of session that suits the end of a workday or a low-key evening with friends. The taste is earthy and peppery, which is why many people mix it into pineapple juice. It is not a stimulant and not an instant format; if you want something that dissolves with no sediment, see our Instant Kava 6.62% Kavalactones, and if you prefer the traditional strain-and-knead ritual, our Vanuatu Kava Medium Grind is the classic bowl kava.

Side effects. A numb, tingling mouth is a normal part of kava. Because micronized powder includes the whole root fiber, drinking too much or drinking it after a big meal is the most common cause of nausea; take less and take it away from food. Larger servings can bring drowsiness. With heavy, long-term daily use some people notice dry, flaky skin, which resolves once you stop or cut back. If any of these show up, reduce the amount or take a break.

Interactions and cautions.

Do not combine kava with alcohol or with sedative or benzodiazepine medications
Consult a professional before use if you have any liver condition or take a medication that is metabolized by the liver
Take away from meals, and do not drive until you know your response
Not for use if pregnant or nursing
For adults 21+ only; keep out of reach of children

Ingredients and storage. Micronized kava root (Piper methysticum), laboratory tested, no fillers. Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.

Common questions

Do you have to strain micronized kava powder? No, the grind is fine enough to stir straight into liquid and drink as is.
How much micronized kava should a first-timer take? Start with 1 to 3 grams on an empty stomach and wait before taking more.
Why did my first cup of micronized kava feel so mild? Kava has a reverse tolerance, and many people need a few sessions before the full effect shows.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Kava is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.