The Kratom Consumer Protection Act: What You Need to Know
Kratom has been an integral part of the culture across Southeast Asia for centuries. People in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and elsewhere have used kratom in traditional remedies and natural medicines for generations. They rely on kratom’s stimulating, energy-boosting effects to promote productivity and treat a number of ailments. Recently, kratom has started to grow in...
Kratom and Caffeine: Comparing Effects and Uses
Upwards of 85% of U.S. adults consume caffeine daily; it’s a staple part of American life and culture. Many of us feel like we need that morning cup of coffee to get our day started. Is caffeine the only option to get that morning boost? Kratom is relatively new to the scene in the United...
Incorporating Kratom Into Your Wellness Routine
Staying healthy is an ongoing endeavor. There’s no miracle cure or single-serving pill. Taking care of yourself is all about building good daily habits that promote your physical, mental, and emotional health. The right wellness routine will not only help you live longer, but live better. Kratom, a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, has...
What Are the Age Limits for Buying & Using Kratom?
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Papua New Guinea. Kratom has been a staple part of the culture in these locales for hundreds of years, used in natural medicines and as an herbal supplement to promote energy, productivity, and positive vibes. Kratom has become more...
Kratom and Anxiety: How It Works and Usage Tips
Kratom leaves have been used in traditional medicines for centuries across Southeast Asia. The U.S. and other Western countries are beginning to appreciate the benefits of kratom, including its potential as an organic treatment for chronic pain as well as mental health conditions. In particular, many people use kratom to self-treat symptoms of anxiety and...
Kratom vs. Marijuana: Legal, Medical, and Cultural Perspectives
Cannabis has been around in the U.S. since at least the 1800s. It’s had its ups and downs, going from accepted to stigmatized to a slow but steady appreciation in modern life. The cannabis legalization movement is scoring victory after victory as even marijuana’s most staunch opponents are running out of reasons to fight it....
How to Become a Kratom Advocate: Steps and Strategies
Although kratom has been a staple of traditional medicine and culture in Southeast Asia for hundreds of years, it’s only recently entered the zeitgeist in the United States. Government officials are always resistant to new things and, in particular, have a history of skepticism towards Eastern medicine. At Mitra Bros, our team is dedicated to...
Kratom Processing Techniques and Their Influence on Quality
Kratom has exploded in popularity across the U.S. over the last decade or so. You can find kratom at nutrition shops, tobacco shops and in online stores in a variety of forms (powders, dried leaves, extracts, capsules, food products, etc.). If you’re new to the world of kratom, it can be hard to figure out...
User Testimonials: How Kratom Has Changed Lives
Why do people use kratom? Can kratom help with pain relief, anxiety, or depression? How is it different from CBD or cannabis? Should you try kratom? These are all important questions for anyone considering giving kratom a shot. At Mitra Bros, we think one of the best ways to learn about something is to find...
Understanding the Different Strains of Kratom and Their Effects
If you’ve looked through a kratom shop online or browsed the kratom options at your local smoke shop, you’ve likely come across a whole host of product names and descriptors. “White Horn Capsules,” “Green Maeng Da,” and other names can read like Greek if you don’t know what you’re looking for. There is a method...
