Kratom is often marketed as a natural remedy—but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. While some people use it for pain relief or to manage opioid withdrawal, medical experts at University of Utah Health warn ...

Despite a statewide ban in October, an illegal substance continues to put lives in danger. Experts say kratom is still a ...

Kratom is an herbal drug with stimulant effects. Some animal studies suggest it may lead to addiction. Kratom can also cause mild withdrawal symptoms if people use it for a long time and then stop.

Kratom, a herbal supplement derived from a Southeast Asian tree, has gained popularity for its supposed benefits in pain relief, mood enhancement, and energy boosting. However, as its use becomes more ...

Use of this herbal supplement is rising, but so are concerns about its effects By Meeri Kim At gas stations, liquor stores, and smoke shops, products containing kratom—an herbal substance—are readily ...

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Kratom-7 OH is emerging as a potent and addictive synthetic of kratom. Research suggests it presents similar risks as other ...

Kratom is a plant that is indigenous to Southeast Asia. People often consume kratom as a tea or in supplement form. In some rare cases, chronic use of kratom can cause a person to develop liver injury ...

Kratom‑derived 7‑hydroxymitragynine (7‑OH) is at the center of a sweeping Food and Drug Administration crackdown announced on Tuesday. The FDA sent seven formal warning letters to companies illegally ...

At gas stations, liquor stores, and smoke shops, products containing kratom—an herbal substance—are readily sold alongside energy drinks and gum. These kratom drinks, capsules, gummies, and powders ...