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Kratom is a member of the coffee family and is made from the powderized leaves of the kratom evergreen tree. Grown in Southeast Asia, kratom has been used for centuries by laborers for energy, pain relief, and relaxation. Kratom is growing in popularity in the West for chronic pain, stress and anxiety, overcoming addiction, and more.
Kratom comes in a powder form and can be taken as a tea, mixed with water or juice, or taken in capsules.
There are countless people who use kratom regularly and many report that it has helped to no longer be dependent on opioids, opiates, and other pharmaceuticals.
There are three distinct kratom varieties – Green, White, and Red.
Green kratom tends to be more well rounded with smaller amounts providing stimulant like effects and larger amounts a more sedative effect.
White kratom varieties tend to be more energetic and up-lifting.
Red kratom types are more commonly used for pain and have more of a sedative effect.
Kratom interacts with the bodies opioid receptors, relieving pain and tension. Unlike pharmaceutical opioids like percocet or oxycontin, kratom does not cause respiratory depression or side effects common with prescription pain killers.
Many utilize kratom to help overcome the struggles of addiction. Whether it's overcoming withdrawals or not falling back into old habits, kratom eases the difficult transition from addiction to sobriety.
Stress and anxiety are all too common this day and age. Between traffic, work/life balance, struggling relationships, and the overall hectic-ness, life can be overwhelming. When taking kratom, many report to feel an almost instant sense of relief and peace.
We all know as the day goes on our minds sometimes get foggy and our body fatigued. Kratom has a unique ability to help you focus on the task at hand and offers the boost one may need to get through a rough day.