For a variety of reasons, vaping is growing in popularity every year. Not only are pocket vaporizers used as a tool for tobacco smoking cessation, many people enjoy the sensation of inhaling the flavored vapor. Naturally, the rising popularity of both vaping and Kratom has led many people to ask if it is possible to […]
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Below you'll find all the latest posts from the Kratom IQ blog, for your convenience. You will find the latest strain reviews and vendor reviews separately.
Kratom vs. Akuamma – What are the Similarities and Differences?
As the health and wellness industry continues to grow and an increasing number of people seek information about traditional medicines, we often find that people want to know how Kratom compares to other plant-based, alkaloid supplements. One of the most common lines of inquiry is how Kratom differs from Akuamma. To help clear up some […]
Kava vs. Kratom – What is Kava and How is it Different to Kratom?
If you are familiar with Kratom, there is a good chance you have also come across Kava at some point. Not only are the two botanicals regularly sold alongside one another, but they also have similar-sounding names and look quite alike. While Kava and Kratom may share some similarities, the truth is they are very […]
Vendor Review: OPMS Kratom
If you usually purchase Kratom in person rather than online, you have probably come across the OPMS brand at some point. Their Kratom products are widely available at head shops and other specialty stores throughout the United States. To help you decide if their products are worth trying, in this OPMS review we will take […]
Can You Drive While on Kratom?
With the rising popularity of Kratom, it is no surprise that an increasing number of people are asking questions regarding its legality. Aside from wanting to know if it is even legal in their state to begin with, one of the most common questions people ask is whether or not it is legal to drive […]
Kratom Extracts: What Are They And Should You Use Them?
Let’s talk about Kratom extracts. Regular Kratom powder is a natural substance produced from the dried leaves of the Mitragyna Speciosa tree, a tropical evergreen tree native to Thailand, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Myanmar, Malaysia, and other Southeast Asian regions. Also referred to as ketum, biak, kakuam, ithang, or thom, the substance has been produced […]
Can You Grow the Kratom Plant Yourself?
So, you’ve tried Kratom and decided you like the benefits it provides. Next, you have this great idea! Surely it would be easier, quicker and more accessible to have your very own Kratom plant in your backyard, right? You wouldn’t be the first person to consider this and while it’s not impossible, there’s a bit […]
Is Kratom Farming Environmentally Friendly?
Climate change, labor rights and deforestation, among many other issues, have all become greater concerns for more of the world’s population in recent years. Everyday people are becoming more aware of where their consumer goods are coming from. As a result, it’s not surprising Kratom users want to know if their beloved plant is farmed […]
Help! Where Can I Find Kratom Near Me?
From Myanmar to Indonesia, people have been familiar with Kratom for centuries. Kratom is native to Southeast Asia but is still largely unknown in North America. As a result, finding it locally is not always an easy task. Sometimes, it is outright impossible. If you live in a region where Kratom is legal, it may […]
Is Kratom Legal?
Those who are interested in using Kratom for its wide variety of benefits also tend to worry if purchasing this product can get them in trouble. It is not far-fetched to assume it might be illegal due to Kratom’s medicinal effects. So, is Kratom legal? As of 2021, around the world Kratom is legal in […]
Does Kratom Show Up On a Drug Test?
Kratom is an alternative therapy method for relieving pain, anxiety, aiding in sleep, and much more. Although, most people use this herbal form of medication for medical purposes, such as combating opined addiction. Some can abuse it and use this plant specifically for the extreme sense of euphoria it is known to cause. Thus, it […]
What Is The Right Way To Pronounce “Kratom”?
When you come across a new word, it can be frustrating and embarrassing to figure out how to pronounce it. In the digital era, this is truer than ever. We often come across words online long before we hear them spoken in person. Etymologists studying the history and usage of words help us to chart […]
Which Countries Does Kratom Actually Come From? You Might Be Surprised
Despite the growing popularity of Kratom supplements, few Kratom users understand where Kratom actually comes from. People all over the world use Kratom as an herbal supplement for medicinal, therapeutic, and recreational purposes, so it is no wonder that there is a growing curiosity about where the substance is grown and harvested. Because of its […]
How To Make Kratom Tea
Throughout Southeast Asia, from Thailand to Papua New Guinea, the leaves of a mystical leaf have been ground and dried to create a potent powder for centuries. The evergreen is Mitragyna speciosa, also known as Kratom. Kratom is high in alkaloids, such as mitragynine, 7-hydroxy mitragynine, and mitraphylline. Due to the soothing effects of these […]
How to Travel With Kratom Safely
Kratom is seeing a massive increase in popularity throughout the world. While this traditional herbal substance is used for a wide variety of medicinal and therapeutic reasons, surprisingly little is known about it outside of Southeast Asia. This lack of awareness has resulted in confusing and unclear regulations regarding Kratom possession. It is, therefore, unsurprising […]
Kratom Alkaloids: What Exactly Are They?
Kratom is seeing a surge in popularity around the globe. While many people use this herbal supplement to treat a variety of mental and physical ailments, relatively few people understand how it works. To give you a better understanding of how this impressive yet enigmatic substance interacts with the body, let’s take a closer look […]
How to Store Your Kratom
While Kratom has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal and therapeutic benefits, little was known about this incredible herb outside of Southeast Asia until relatively recently. Now that Western Nations are beginning to understand the benefits of Kratom, its popularity and demand have surged. Given that people are using Kratom for everything […]
How to Toss n’ Wash Kratom with Ease
The simplest, easiest and quickest way to ingest Kratom is with the good old Toss n’ Wash method. It gets the process of taking your Kratom over with as quickly as possible, involves minimal preparation time and is also the fasted way to feel the desired effects.
How to Take and Dose Kratom
Following on from our introduction to Kratom, I want to elaborate in more detail how to take it and how to find the right Kratom dosage for you. Kratom really does have a “sweet spot” more so than a lot of other compounds so it requires a bit of trial and error, starting off low […]
Kratom 101: What is it? And What Can it Do for Me?
An Introduction to Kratom Kratom (official name Mitragyna Speciosa) is a natural opioid (not opiate) that has been utilised within Eastern medicine for centuries to treat a variety of health problems, improve mood, relieve pain and increase worker production. When ingested, Kratom can result in the reduction of anxiety, the elimination of pain, improved sleep, improved productivity, an increase in […]
