Could this natural drug and alcohol alternative, also known as the "Sober Psychedelic", transform the future of mental health? Cameron George, the founder of TRU KAVA, joins us this week to share the fascinating history behind Kava, how it's impacting our brains and mental health status and why he's on a mission to set the industry standard for quality, safety and education around kava within the mass market. TRU KAVA is focused on developing user-friendly products that deliver the full therapeutic action of the traditional kava drink, which is the only form that has been highly prized in the south pacific islands for over 3000 years.SHOW NOTES: 0:53 Welcome to the show!2:36 Cameron George’s Bio3:38 Welcome Cameron!4:36 What is Kava?7:08 Cameron’s health journey14:40 Concerns with Benzodiazepines16:13 *Kion – Save 15% with code BioBabes1517:20 Looking for a plant-based alternative20:36 An increase in social connection & introspection22:50 GABA receptor upregulation26:12 Why is Kava good for so many things?31:10 Kava as “The Great Protector”34:40 The GABA pathway35:48 Ion-Channel blocking, COX-1 & COX-2 inhibitION37:04 Nrf2 upregulation for anti-oxidation37:28 Processing emotional traumas & stress38:13 How the indigenous people use it42:09 *LightPath LED – Save 5% with code BIOHACKERBABES45:12 Lauren’s first experience with Kava46:45 The different strains available50:30 Newest product coming soon53:07 Cultures that embrace psychedelics55:32 His final piece of advice58:20 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: GetTruKava.comInstagram: @TruKavaFacebook: Tru KavaKion - Save 15% with code BioBabes15LightPath LED - Save 5% with code BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations