Kratum trees can grow amazingly up to fifty feet tall and fifteen feet wide. Most climates outside Asia cannot support the growth of this plant. Kratoms thrive best in sunny and tropical swamps. They can be consumed in different ways. Their fresh leaves can be chewed directly or their leaves can also be dried, boiled or processed for juice extraction.
Kratom leaves are chewed to produce a relaxing and calming effect. It is taken by the natives to produce the same outcome that of the coffee. It has been observed that men use krathom more than women especially those males who have stressful and tiresome jobs.
Dried and shredded leaves can be used for brewing tea. This type is generally less potent than other forms. Extracts are taken after the leafy parts of the tree have been boiled and evaporated in huge quantities. Recent development in kratum use have led to the existence of its capsule varieties.
Physically, it can cause constipation, constriction of pupils, elevation of blood pressure, increased heart rate and analgesia. Its analgesic effect is one of the main reasons of its popular usage. When taken in liquid form like tea, desired responses can then be observed within twenty minutes. There are claims that this plant species can support weight loss.
Krathom can affect the mental status. There are users who take this herb to be able to feel euphoria which is the condition of being overly happy. Though effects mat vary from person to person, warmth, stimulation, sedation and even depression are commonly reported. Resulting sensations may last for more than a couple of hours. Its simultaneous stimulating and sedating effects make this plant even more unique.
Extensive use of kratum can produce psychotic behaviors. Among them are delusional behaviors, aggression and schizophrenia. It is suggested that consumers start in small dosages to avoid potential harmful effects. A person who takes this should not engage in activities that will require alertness.
Opium is a very strong analgesic. It is two times stronger than morphine. Heroin is made out of this plant. Kratum comes in handy for managing opioid dependency. Opium users can rely on kratoms during opioid withdrawal. It mimics the effect of heroin but produces a lesser harmful effect. However, certain Asian governments have banned the use of kratoms for this purpose because it has been abused by most users. Addiction to krathom has been observed through time.
Many drug manufacturers have raised their voices in calling out the restrictive laws being put regarding the usage of kratums. This is due to the fact that like other herbal medications, the effectivity of liquid kratom and its other forms is yet to be tested in further studies. Chronic use of this plant can cause intestinal problems to users.
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