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Is kava tea or kava capsules something i should consult my doctor before taking for insomnia and anxiety?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Kava has been: associated with cases of liver damage. Don't recommend it. I don't know your medical history, but the safest route in general is to discuss herbals or supplements with your doctor.
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Last updated May 17, 2017
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