What is Kratom?

Recently, a drug called kratom, has come into the center of national controversy.Also referred to as 'ketum' or 'kakuam', taking kratom produces opiate-like effects. Kratom is legal in the U.S. and many people begin taking the drug to help with withdrawal from certain drugs, like heroin. read more

After outcry from the public and some members of Congress over a proposed ban on kratom, the DEA is asking for public comment and more information before taking action. read more

Someone who tries kratom will probably not want the undesirable effects that it causes. Here are some of the effects of the drug kratom. read more

Mitragyna speciosa (commonly known as kratom also ketum) is a tropical evergreen tree in the coffee family native to Southeast Asia. read more