Reasons for Upward Trend in Kratom Sales
Kratom, a tropical deciduous tree that is native to Thailand in Southeast Asia, is well known for its various medicinal properties. Classified as a member of the Rubiaceae family, it bears the scientific name of Mitragynia speciosa.
Being deep-rooted in Thai tradition and culture, people of Thailand have been known to chew its leaves over the ages, as an antidote for various ailments associated with the body and mind. The leaves containing analgesic properties are known to act upon the central nervous system with its effects being therapeutic, medicinal, mood-enhancing, and relaxing. It is a common practice to see people, especially the manual labor category in Thailand, experiencing and enjoying the effects of these leaves at the time of certain ceremonial events, at tea shops, bars, and other relaxation or recreational joints, though in other countries the recreational use has been banned.
Wide Array of Benefits for Mind and Body
Kratom is sometimes referred to as a "Wonder Drug’ and to understand why it is so, it is essential to know more about the health benefits of Kratom. The health benefits associated with consumption of Kratom are many with some of the major ones mentioned as below:
- Reduces hypertension and improves heart function
- Decrease in stress levels and anxiety symptoms
- Analgesic properties for pain reduction
- Increases body metabolism and immunity
- Soothes and calms the mind, hence a good remedy for the sleep deprived
- Serves as an aphrodisiac to alter mild cases of sexual dysfuntionality
The Wider Picture
Recognizing the pharmacological benefits of this leaf extract, Kratom sales have now spread far and wide to other parts of the world, although as a word of caution, it must be mentioned that certain countries have deemed the consumption of Kratom as illegal. This is because besides being a pain reliever and also for symptoms of diarrhea, indigestion, etc. it has energizing and mood-stimulating effects depending on the amount consumed. Thus, it is important to ensure that the dosage of Kratom be monitored very carefully as the degree of stimulation depends on the quantum of dosage. Low to moderate doses are effective for use in individuals suffering from body pain due to an injury or inflammation and other ailments associated with pain. However, larger dosages of this natural leaf are known to produce effects similar to euphoric opiates such as morphine, a reason for ban in various odd countries.