Kratom is often marketed as a natural remedy—but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. While some people use it for pain relief or to manage opioid withdrawal, medical experts at University of Utah Health warn ...

Kratom is an herbal drug with stimulant effects. Some animal studies suggest it may lead to addiction. Kratom can also cause mild withdrawal symptoms if people use it for a long time and then stop.

Mitragyna speciosa Korth refers to a tropical tree in the same family as the coffee tree, indigenous to Southeast Asia. Kratom, derived from the leaves of the Mitragyna tree, has been used as an ...

Touted as an energy booster and mood enhancer, kratom is ubiquitous in convenience stores and gas stations across the U.S. So why does the FDA list it as a “drug of concern”? A worker checks a sample ...

Kratom leaves, capsules, and powder are scattered on a table. Source: Anucha Cheechang/ iStock You may have noticed a variety of products marked “contains kratom” in health food stores, vape shops, or ...

Gummies, shots, drink mixes and tablets made from a leafy tropical tree are a source of growing debate among Arizona lawmakers, business owners and consumers. Kratom-related calls to Arizona and U.S.