Never in my life did I think a root with cultural significance from Fiji could improve my performance on the golf course.

Under the muted lights of Mai Kai Kava Bar in Gainesville, coconut cups line the countertop. A few customers pull up tall stools to the bar, unpacking their laptops as they order off the menu. Mai Kai ...

If you've traveled to the Pacific islands, you may have come across kava, a traditional drink used during ceremonies and functions. It's made by pounding the root of a kava plant, a peppery shrub ...