Kratom is an evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, etc.), with dose-dependent sedating and stimulant effects. It is typically consumed as tea or powder. Although kratom leaves have been used traditionally for hundreds of years, research on its safety and efficacy is limited.[1]
What is kratom?
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Kratom is an evergreen tree from Southeast Asia that is known for its dose-dependent sedating and stimulant effects; it is commonly consumed as tea or powder. Despite its traditional use for hundreds of years, there is limited research on its safety and efficacy.