A new study from the University of Florida offers promising evidence that kratom tea — derived from the leaves of a Southeast Asian tree — may help ease opioid withdrawal and relieve pain without dangerous side effects. Researchers found that lyophilized kratom tea (LKT) produced
Kratom, a plant long used in Southeast Asia for pain relief and opioid withdrawal, is gaining attention in the United States amid the ongoing opioid epidemic. The leaves of Mitragyna speciosa contain alkaloids like mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, which interact with opioid receptors in the brain but with
Kratom, a tree native to Southeast Asia, has leaves often used in over-the-counter supplements promoted for mood, energy, and pain relief. In the U.S., kratom products are widely available online and in stores, sometimes in colorful packaging that appeals to young people. The substance can
As plant-based alternatives to opioids gain popularity, attention has turned to kratom and its potent derivative, 7-hydroxymitragynine (7OH). Both originate from the Mitragyna speciosa plant, but their chemical profiles and effects differ sharply. Kratom, containing over 40 alkaloids, offers mild stimulation and moderate pain relief, while 7OH—found
Kratom, a plant native to Southeast Asia, is gaining attention in the United States for its unique dual effects. At low doses, it acts as a mild stimulant, while higher doses can produce opioid-like sensations. According to University of Utah Health, many people use kratom
