In a significant development for kratom advocates, the Rhode Island legislature has passed a bill that could overturn the state's 2017 ban on the herbal substance. House Bill 5530, a version of the Kratom Consumer Protection Act, received approval in both the House and Senate. If
A recent peer-reviewed study has shed new light on the safety profile of kratom, a plant-based substance that has been the subject of ongoing debate. The American Kratom Association (AKA) has welcomed the findings, which suggest that kratom may have a lower risk profile than
Kratom, a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, has become a subject of intense debate in the United States. This herbal supplement, known for its pain-relieving and mood-enhancing properties, is currently banned in six states due to concerns about its safety and potential for abuse. Despite
In a groundbreaking preliminary study, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has found that kratom leaves appear to be safe even at high doses when consumed in capsule form. This marks the first official research by the FDA into the popular botanical compound, which has been
A 48-year-old Army veteran from Woodland, California, is sharing his story of finding relief from chronic pain through kratom use. In an opinion piece for Capitol Weekly, Marcelle Morfin describes his struggle with debilitating back injuries and the relief he found in kratom after exhausting traditional
The global kratom market is on track for significant expansion, with experts predicting it will reach a staggering $5.17 billion by 2028. This growth represents a compound annual growth rate of 8.5% from 2023 to 2028. Driving this surge is an increasing consumer demand for natural alternatives to
Kratom-based beverages, such as Feel Free Classic, are becoming increasingly popular among the sober curious community in the United States. Marketed as wellness tonics, these drinks are touted for their ability to enhance mood and energy without the effects of alcohol. However, as their popularity
A recent scientific breakthrough has shed new light on kratom's pain-relieving properties, potentially paving the way for innovative treatments in pain management. Researchers at the University of Florida have identified a unique mechanism by which kratom interacts with the body's opioid receptors, offering pain relief
