Kratom leaf
The leaves of the kratom plant are the most commonly used part of the plant for their medicinal properties. The Kratom leaf has a long history of traditional use in Southeast Asia, where they were traditionally chewed by laborers and farmers to combat fatigue and increase productivity. The oval shaped leaves vary from 4 to 5 inches wide and 7 to 9 inches long and are a light to dark green color.
The Kratom leaf contains two main active compounds, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine, which interact with opioid receptors in the brain. These compounds can produce a range of effects, including pain relief, increased energy, and mood enhancement, depending on the dosage and strain of kratom used. There are over 50 unique strains of Kratom.
In traditional medicine, Kratom leaves have been used for their analgesic, anti-diarrheal, anti-diabetic, anti-pyretic, and muscle relaxant properties. They are also used to boost energy, increase sexual energy, improve the immune system, and induce healthy sleep.
However, the use of kratom leaves is not without controversy, as they have been linked to addiction and withdrawal symptoms in some users. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers about the dangers of using kratom, and it is illegal in some states and countries.