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...
Beginner’s Guide to Kratom: Strains, Dosages, and Effects
Kratom has been a cultural staple across Southeast Asia for centuries, but it’s only recently become popular in the United States. If you’re new to kratom, you probably have several questions–how kratom works, how to use kratom safely, and how to get the best kratom experience, among others. For a compilation of useful information for...
A Guide to Indo Kratom
If you’ve delved into the world of kratom, you’ve likely heard about Indo kratom. Many enthusiasts swear by Indo kratom as the arbiter for the best strains. What is Indonesian kratom, and how is it different from other types of kratom? How can you make sure you’re getting the best kratom for your buck? Read...
Can You Drive While Using Kratom?
Kratom has become popular as a natural supplement that people use for its vaunted beneficial effects, including improved energy levels and alertness. Given kratom’s stimulating effects, some people have considered taking kratom for long drives. Before taking kratom and driving, it’s important to do your research about kratom’s effects and its legality in your area....
Kratom Hangovers: Are They Real? (+ Recovery Tips)
Most of us associate a hangover with the symptoms felt after overconsumption of alcohol – a ‘punishment’ for overindulgence. Nausea, weakness, headaches, and photosensitivity are all common hangover symptoms. What some don’t consider is the possibility of a hangover from other substances, too – including kratom. Kratom’s effects in the moment can lead some to...
