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What is kava kava good for?
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Careful: Kava kava has been used for many psychiatric conditions, however the evidence is strongest for efficacy in treating anxiety. However there are significant safety concerns including possible liver damage and even some deaths related to kava use.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Dangerous: It has been used for anxiety, but there is a risk that it can hurt your liver.
Answered 7/17/2017
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