Kratom Research Studies Prove What You Already Know
There have been some scientific research studies on kratom and its effects. So far, the studies prove what kratom users have always known, from both tradition and personal experience. Medical research on kratom is severely limited because the FDA has not approved it for human use, nor does the FDA acknowledge any therapeutic or supplemental […]
3 Things to NEVER Say About Kratom
We must, as customers, vendors, advocates, researchers, patients, and those simply curious folks who are learning about kratom – we all must be very careful. We must watch what we say when we talk or post on social media about kratom. How we describe or praise kratom will have a huge sociometric impact on the […]
Kratom FAQ
Here are some quick answers to commonly asked questions about kratom (mitragyna speciosa). Q: Is kratom a drug? A: Kratom is a natural herb, a member of the coffee family, but contains no caffeine. Leaves of the kratom plant are harvested, sometimes fermented, dried, and 3rd party lab tested prior to marketing kratom products to […]
What is the American Kratom Association?
As a person who takes kratom, it’s important to be aware of, and to support, organizations fighting for us. The American Kratom Association is one of these groups. It’s an advocate for kratom legality and research and is also a good source of information on kratom. QUOTE The American Kratom Association (AKA) is dedicated to […]
Kratom User Survey from Johns Hopkins University
Great news for kratom lovers! From the hallowed halls of mainstream, orthodox SCIENCE! Another university research team developed a questionnaire on kratom at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. The survey, based on anecdotal evidence and not clinical studies, has proven that it works in ways you already understand quite well, as a person who […]
Kratom and the Elderly
As people age, their bodies change. New aches and pain, stiffness and soreness emerge. Growing older typically includes some deterioration of tissue, a decrease in flexibility, and declining energy. Moods can turn sour as it becomes more difficult to get around and engage in activities that used to be fun and easy. Grumbling, nihilism, and […]
Reflections After Using Kratom for 4 Years
Here are the blog author’s personal reflections on kratom, after using it for a total of 4 years now. ONE At first, I was frankly a bit scared of kratom. A friend told me about it, I bought a bottle of kratom capsules at a local head shop, and the bottle sat there in my […]
Kratom and Sleep
What is the relationship between kratom and sleep? Is kratom a sleep aid? How does it help you sleep? Kratom can definitely help you overcome insomnia. Being unable to sleep, and experiencing sleep deprivation (lack of enough sleep) can be one of the worst tortures known to humanity. Tossing and turning racing thoughts, fretting over […]
How To Deal with Kratom Itching
Is itching just part of the kratom experience, something you have to get used to? Do we accept it and grimly endure the itchy nose, scalp, and skin? Or is there some way to prevent, reduce, or tame the kratom-induced itchiness? There are 3 major side effects when using kratom: dehydration, constipation, and itchiness. Dehydration […]