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Bookmark or Share- What is Kratom? Uses and Side Effects - Cleveland Clinic Health EssentialsQ. What is kratom? A. Kratom ( Mitragyna speciosa) is a tree in the coffee family. It’s found in Southeast Asia and Africa. Traditionally, people have: Chewed kratom leaves. Made kratom tea to fight tiredness and improve productivity. Used kratom as medicine. Substituted kratom for opium. Used kratom during religious ceremonies.
- Kratom: Is It Good For You? Pros and Cons, Nutrition, and More - WebMDHealth & Diet Guide. Health Benefits of Kratom. Medically Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, MS, DO on February 01, 2023. Written by Alexandra Benisek. Is Kratom an Opioid? Kratom's Effects....
- Kratom | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)“Kratom” commonly refers to an herbal substance that can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects. Kratom and kratom-based products are currently legal and accessible in many areas, though U.S. and international agencies continue to review emerging evidence to inform kratom policy. 1
- Kratom: Effect on Brain, Traditional Uses, Side Effects - Verywell HealthKratom is a herbal substance from Southeast Asia that acts on the body in ways similar to those of opioids. Kratom is not an opioid. Kratom in smaller doses has stimulating effects and in larger doses has sedating effects.
- Kratom: Unsafe and ineffective - Mayo ClinicIt's not known exactly what level of kratom is toxic in people, but as with pain medications and recreational drugs, it is possible to overdose on kratom. Research shows little promise At one time, some researchers believed that kratom might be a safe alternative to opioids and other prescription pain medications.
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