Kanna is a succulent plant from the South African karoo, used by the Khoisan and San peoples for thousands of years as a mood elevator, anxiety reliever, and hunger suppressant during long hunting journeys. Fermented and chewed, the plant produces a calm alertness and emotional ease without sedation. Its primary alkaloids — mesembrine and mesembrenone — act as serotonin reuptake inhibitors, making kanna one of nature's most validated mood-supporting plants.
whole plant, leaf, stem
powder, tincture, capsule, chewed fresh
25–50mg standardised extract; 200–400mg dried herb powder
Avoid with SSRIs or MAOIs — serious interactions possible. Not for use in pregnancy. Start with low doses.
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