What Are Other Names for Kratom?
What we in America call kratom is a plant that has been used for generations in Southeast Asia. It’s been used to improve concentration and productivity, while also helping relieve pain. Some pronounce the word “kray-tum”, while others pronounce it “kra-tum” (rhymes with “atom”). Physical laborers in Indonesia, Malaysia, Borneo, Papua New Guinea, Vietnam, and […]
Is Gas Station Kratom Safe to Use?
Once you find a great, trustworthy kratom vendor, you should stick to them. There are so many greedy, unscrupulous individuals out there who try to make a quick buck exploiting a trend. A reliable, honest, knowledgable kratom vendor is a precious asset to those who seek pure, potent, 3rd party tested kratom products. Sometimes though, […]
How To Avoid Kratom Constipation
One of the side effects of using kratom is constipation, having the infrequent passage of stools or experiencing difficult bowel movements. It can be painful and frustrating. How can you avoid this serious issue? First, let’s understand that constipation, defined as difficult bowel movements, going 3 days without a bowel movement, or bowel emptying that […]
Will the Big Pharma versions of kratom be safe?
As Big Pharma continues to make synthetic derivatives of kratom, will these products be safe for consumers? Big Pharma has a lousy track record for drug safety. Lucky for them, the FDA approves many of their products based on biased “research” done by Big Pharma companies. In general, when you isolate chemicals of an herb […]
How To Evaluate a Kratom Vendor
With so many kratom sellers out there, popping up online and in your town, how do you determine a high quality vendor? Are some more trustworthy than others? What differentiates one kratom provider from another? Here are some things to look for in a reliable, honest, professional service to the kratom community. ONE: Do you […]
When Kratom Stops Working
It’s not very common, but sometimes kratom will suddenly not produce the effects it once did. A person takes their normal dose amount, but almost nothing happens. Even hours later, while drinking water, and staying active — it’s practically like the kratom was not taken. It’s not very common, but sometimes kratom will suddenly not […]
Top 7 Rules of Kratom Use
ONE: Only use kratom that has been 3rd party lab tested. This testing is a clinical procedure that evaluates kratom for mold, metallic contaminates, E coli, salmonella, and other impurities. The lab needs to be independent, not affiliated in any way with the kratom vendor. You should also be able to contact the vendor and […]
Why Kratom’s Bitterness is Good for You
In today’s modern world, people tend to want sweet foods, and shun anything that’s bitter. But bitter herbs are essential for digestive health and many other issues. Let’s look at why kratom is so bitter, why that’s a good thing, and how to appreciate the health benefits of bitter tonics. We’ve gotten so accustomed to […]
What is Kratom Resin (“Candy”)?
Kratom resin (sometimes called “candy”) is a concentrated form of extract. Extracts are derivatives that contain a much higher alkaloid content than regular kratom powder. This means you can get desired effects from a lower dose than what you’d use with powder. So the first thing you need to understand is: be very careful with […]