Posted by Nature has always offered powerful natural remedies, from food to traditional herbs that support our health and wellbeing. One tree that has gained global recognition for its health benefits is Kratom. It’s a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Southeast Asia and belongs to the Rubiaceae coffee family.
The leaves contain at least 40 different types of alkaloids, like 7-hydroxymitragynine and mitragynine, which are linked to many health benefits. In Asia, farm workers would chew the leaves to increase their energy levels and uplift their moods.
Today, the powder is packaged and sold as Kratom pills, capsules, tablets, and liquid extract.
Top 4 Benefits of Kratom
Like coffee, the effects of using Kratom depend on the dosage and the type of Kratom product you use. Here is an overview of beginner and low dosage for different Kratom products available at our store, Real Botanicals.
- Regular Kratom powders: 1-1.5 grams
- Kratom capsules – 1-2 capsules
- Kratom + Kava Shots – Regular dosage is ¼ less than ½ shot
- Kratom + Kava Shots – Maximum dosage is ¼ shot
We also stock 7-hydroxymitragynine 10mg and 20mg tablets. These are more potent and not ideal for new Kratom users or those sensitive to Kratom alkaloids.
Learn more about Real Kratom dosage here.
Let’s shift gears and look at four main benefits of using Kratom.
Increased Energy Levels
Think of Kratom as a natural energy booster that gives you a gentle jumpstart when you feel tired or fatigued. One of the active alkaloids, Mitragynine, has stimulating properties that help increase alertness and energy levels. It also increases focus, ensuring that you are not just hyperactive.
Reduce Social Anxiety
Social anxiety is a common problem even for experienced public speakers. Many Kratom users report feeling calmer and more confident in social settings after using our products like Kratom capsules, powders, and shots.
Mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, active alkaloids in all Kratom products, help diffuse the feelings of doubt, fear, and anxiety by interacting with the brain receptors responsible for stress and mood regulation. These receptors are;
- Dopamine receptors: Dopamine, also referred to as the good feeling hormone, is released when the alkaloids interact with dopamine receptors. This hormone promotes feelings of social confidence, reward, and motivation.
- Serotonin receptors: Kratom helps ease feelings of nervousness and promotes calmness in social settings. It contains mitragynine alkaloids, which interact with serotonin receptors in your brain, stabilizing your mood and quieting anxious thoughts.
- Adrenergic receptors: Kratom active alkaloids act on adrenergic receptors to reduce excessive release of adrenaline, a hormone that is produced when the brain detects danger. This release is commonly referred to as a fight-or-flight response.
Concisely, using Kratom will help you stay calm and composed before, during, and after a social event. These effects combined reduce social anxiety, helping you feel more comfortable and relaxed when having conversations.
Relieve Pain
Your mindset shapes how you experience pain and discomfort. Now imagine a natural product that gently shifts that perception, easing discomfort while helping you remain calm and composed. Kratom is considered by many users as a natural remedy for managing pain, with its alkaloids showing promising pain-relieving effects.
Kratom’s active alkaloids, which are estimated to be at least 40, interact with the body’s opioid receptors that conventional painkillers target to reduce pain. These receptors are;
- Delta and Kappa opioid receptors: The alkaloids bind to these receptors to reduce pain.
- Mu-opioid receptors: Kratom has analgesic effects that help reduce the perception of pain.
This explains why, traditionally in Southeast Asia, the leaves and powder were used to ease pain-related conditions and physical labor recovery.
Note that Kratom is not an opioid, as it doesn’t fully activate the opioid receptors, and the effects are less sedating and milder.
Deal with Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 60 million people use opioids, and 39.5 million people are addicted to one or more opioids. Breaking free from opioids is difficult due to the harsh withdrawal symptoms, which include;
- Insomnia
- Anxiety and mood swings
- Irritability and restlessness
- Muscle pain and aches
- Cravings for opioids
Kratom interacts with mu-opioid receptors to create calmness and relief, which makes the opioid withdrawal process manageable.
The full range of Kratom benefits can only be achieved by using genuine, high-quality Kratom. We, Real Botanicals, are best known for offering 100% pure Kratom you can trust. Contact customer support for more details about our products.
Kratom Health Benefits FAQ
What does Kratom do to your immune system?
Studies suggest that Kratom can potentially enhance immunity by inhibiting the release of pro-inflammatory mediator molecules like eicosanoids and cytokines, and vascular permeability.
What nutrients are in Kratom?
Pure Kratom powder contains 5.42% mitragynine, an active alkaloid responsible for most of its health benefits, like pain relief and mood moderation. Other essential nutrients found in Kratom are antioxidants, flavonoids, phenolics, and vitamin C.
Is Kratom good for exercise?
Yes. Kratom can help improve your performance at the gym by improving your endurance, stamina, and energy levels.
Is Kratom food for gut health?
Studies show that Kratom water-soluble extracts help regulate the composition of microbiota in the gut by stimulating the growth of beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacterium.
Does Kratom affect motor skills?
Kratom improves focus and alertness, which supports performance in tasks requiring motor skills.
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