Can You Take Boldo and Kava Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Both Boldo and Kava have documented hepatotoxicity. Boldo's boldine alkaloid and Kava's kavalactones both cause hepatocellular injury through different mechanisms.

How to arrange timing

Avoid combining hepatotoxic herbs. If digestive support is needed, consider alternatives without known hepatotoxicity.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: LiverTox (NIH/NLM); Teschke R., Ann Intern Med 2010

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.