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Originally Posted by Blaze

Hawaiian Plants That Have Medical Uses[/B[*]Perhaps the most controversial of medicinal plants on the islands, the `awa (kava) root is often associated with the drink made from it. It has traditionally been used as an alternative for alcohol,and produces a sense of euphoria or relaxation. It is also used to treat insomnia, muscle and back pain and various lung problems. It has additionally been touted as an herbal aphrodisiac.[/LIST]Ads by Google

I have a story about Kava. I was on the Big Island, in the Puna district way out on the Red Road. There you can find a Kava Bar, run by some Traditional Hawaiians. They grow the Kava and make juice from the root, right there. When you walk up, if they don't know you they hand you the house rules.

1. We are not responsible for who you were before you came here.
2. We are not responsible for who you become after being here.
3. If we don't like you, we won't serve you.
4. $5 for a glass ::: $10 for all night

They liked me because I drank it straight up, without complaining, Island style. With the first sip my mouth, throat and lips went completely numb. After about the the 5th glass I had no pain in my body, and the world was as beautiful as the trade winds.. AHHHHHHH No drugged feeling, just calm, centered, and pain free. Note: It is hard on your liver if you do it too often.

Have to say, I loved it! A L O H A