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World Health Organization (WHO) Study on Kava's Strong Safety Profile
World Health Organization Food and Agriculture Organization (WHO FAO) review of decades of scientific research on kava affirms kava’s exceptionally strong safety profile. The findings draw on both modern studies and the long history of traditional kava use across Pacific Island cultures.
Kava Granted "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) Designation by State of Michigan
Official announcement from the International Kava Organization (IKO) confirming that the State of Michigan has declared kava Generally Recognized as Safe GRAS.
Kava Fact Sheet - Kava - IKO
A factual overview of kava as a cultural food, including safety considerations, cultural use, it’s modern place, and current regulatory context.
FDA Confirmation: Kava is a Food
Explains the FDA’s official position on kava’s legal status as a food, providing a foundation for trust in its everyday use.
Kava Granted "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) Designation by State of Hawaii
Official Announcement by the State of Hawaii Health Department that kava is “GRAS” or Generally Recognized As Safe. This designation recognizes kava’s long history of use and its strong safety profile.
Congressional Letter Supporting FDA Recognition of Kava as a Safe Food
This congressional letter from Representative Ed Case urges the FDA to recognize kava as a safe and lawful food based on its long history of use. It also serves as a practical reference for kava companies seeking regulatory clarity.