Posted by verne on February 19, 2006, at 19:40:30
In reply to Re: Kanna Albizzia, posted by honeybee on February 19, 2006, at 13:54:42
OOps, meant Kanna AND Albizzia - not a hybrid form.
I tried the kanna in a waterpipe and definitely discerned some sort of "high" but not sure it's the anti-depressant or anti-anxiety herb I'm looking for. It has recreational possibilities but not as everyday treatment. And since oral ingestion isn't recommended (except for chewing) it isn't easy to use. As little as 500mgs can cause nausea if swallowed.
My next experiment will involve the albizzia bark and flowers. I will probably start with tea. I think I need to retire the waterpipe. I really don't care for smoking - except for pot. (which isn't readily available and too illegal around these parts)
Albizzia is considered "chinese prozac" and praised by Dr. Vsant Lad, ayurvedic author, as the best herb for depression. The bark is better for anxiety, the flowers for depression.
I may try some albizzia tonight. The kanna buzz is wearing off. I need to be stronger and more grounded emotionally before I try kanna again.
Thanks for the encouragement.
Verne
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