Is Kratom Considered a Controlled Substance?
Kratom use has blown up in the United States as more and more people are using the natural supplement, looking for ways to increase energy, enhance focus, and lead a more balanced life. The government has been slow to adjust, however, and seems stuck in limbo figuring out how kratom should be regulated. Kratom consumers...
Kratom Lab Testing & Quality Assurance (What’s Tested and Why)
Kratom is a natural product made from the leaves of the Mitragyna Speciosa plant, native to Southeast Asia. Although it may seem simple to package and sell kratom leaves, processed kratom powder, or kratom capsules, there’s actually a lot of work that goes into ensuring that Mitra Bros provides you with the highest-quality, freshest, and...
Kratom Shelf Life: How Long Does It Last?
Kratom is more widely available than ever before. Depending on where you live, you can find kratom products in your local nutrition shop or your corner smoke shop. You can even order kratom online. Wherever you’re getting your kratom, it’s vital to make sure you’re getting the freshest, safest, and most effective product. To get...
Kratom Storage Tips: How to Keep it Fresh
To get the most out of your kratom, proper kratom storage is key. Effective long-term kratom storage means keeping your kratom in a cool, dry place, away from exposure to moisture, UV light, humidity, and oxygen. There is evidence that storing kratom improperly can lead to more rapid degradation and loss of freshness, which, in...
Does Kratom Have Nutritional Value?
As someone who cares about your health and well-being, you want to be confident in the choices you make about your body, especially when it comes to what you’re consuming. This is especially true for anything you ingest to try to feel better! It’s important to have clear information on the nutritional profile of the...
Kratom vs. CBD: A Side-by-Side Comparison
CBD and kratom are both herbal remedies that have blown up in popularity over the last decade, although kratom is still breaking into the cultural zeitgeist. Like CBD, many people turn to kratom for help with pain relief or seeking some form of benefit. Both can be bought over-the-counter, and both have known physiological effects,...
Key Kratom Advocacy Groups & How to Join Them
Although kratom has been used as an herbal supplement and natural medicine for hundreds of years, it’s only recently gained popularity in the United States and other Western countries. Unfortunately, with popularity comes scrutiny, prejudice, and no small amount of misinformation. Government agencies like the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have tried to add kratom...
Frequently Asked Questions About Kratom, Answered
Although kratom has been around for centuries, it’s only recently blown up in the cultural zeitgeist. Many people are curious about kratom but are hesitant to give it a shot without knowing all of the facts. Below, the team at Mitra Bros has compiled a few of the most common kratom FAQs and answers. Read...
How to Use Kratom Safely: Dosage, Forms, and Tips
Whether you’re new to kratom or just looking to cultivate your experience, it’s important to know how to use kratom safely and effectively. Different folks may have a better experience utilizing different forms of kratom, as well as higher or lower concentrations or dosages. At Mitra Bros, we care about making your time with our...
