There is a lot of research happening about Kratom and its impact on the human body and the mind. Kratom, that’s known as Mitragyna Speciosa, is an amazing plant that is acting as a herb, and which produces positive effects on the body. Here is what you should know about it.
About the Kratom components
Kratom has more than 25 active alkaloids, such as mitragynine and 7-hydroxy mitragynine. They boost the pain-relieving effects in the body. They also act as a sedative, and as a mood enhancer.
Mitragynine is an alkaloid that can be found in its highest form in the leaves of Mitragyna Speciosa of Southern Asia. It is commonly known as Kratom. Back in the nineteenth century, it was used as a herb to cure illnesses.
About its effects
Kratom is found in various types and varieties, with mild, moderate, and extreme effects. It affects the brain that gives signals of coolness and calmness to the body. The signs relax the body by giving it a general feeling of happiness. Of course, it depends on the person and their condition.
The level of the effect might also depend on the quality of the powder of Kratom, the body weight, the type that suits him, and the consumer’s physical endurance level. Keep in mind that what suits you might not suit other people:
- A low dosage, that’s from 1g to 5g, can increase energy and alertness as well as decreased appetite.
- A moderate dosage, that’s from 5g to 10g, can cause a mild and relaxing effect on the mind.
- A high dosage, that’s from 10g to 15g, can cause extreme effects like numbness and no feeling of pain.
Kratom – Risks
There aren’t many negative reviews about Kratom, but that doesn’t mean that it is not bad at some points or for some people. Kraton can be very dangerous on the body and the mind.
The scientific research didn’t show that Kratom is harmful, mostly because of its chemical component Mitragynine, which is thought to have healing properties. Researchers found that the alkaloids manage to bound to the chemical receptors in the brain. They tend to lead to addiction. This shows that if you’re using Kraton more than you should, you will get addicted to it.
Keep in mind that Kratom is considered to be a drug in Thailand, Myanmar, and Malaysia, and it is completely banned there.
We need to keep in mind that not every product works the same way with different people. People have different and specific tolerance levels, and they might not be able to get the effects they need. It might be best to try and see for yourself how it works for you, and not just listen to others and the impact it has on them.
Continuous use can lead to addiction, but when your device to quit, it might be too late. These are the withdrawal symptoms common in people using Kratom: runny nose, mood swings, violent behavior, bitterness, insomnia, body pains, irritated feeling.