Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Effects And Uses Of Liquid Kratom

By Harriett Crosby


There are many reasons why people choose to ingest certain mind altering herbs. Some find that the plant provides some sort of natural medicinal relief while others simply enjoy the effects for recreational purposes. Liquid kratom is one such product that is commonly used for both purposes.

The scientific name is Mitragyna Speciosa and it is a tree that is indigenous to Burma, Thailand, Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. It is actually a member of the coffee family and has been used in herbal remedies in its native countries for as long as time has been recorded. It has the unique quality of being both a stimulant and a sedative, depending on the dosage taken.

Ingesting the dried leaves, either directly or in powdered form, has become an effective substitute for opiates. Taken for recreational use, it usually produces soothing and pleasant effects. The psychotropic properties that casual users find so attractive are unfortunately what make governments hesitant about accepting it for its addiction breaking and pain relieving qualities.

Though currently illegal in Thailand, the government is giving consideration to its usefulness in assisting meth addicts to find a way to break the habit. Methamphetamine dependence is a serious problem in Thailand and is getting worse at rapid speed. Even the United States is doing research into the ways it can be used to wean those addicted to more serious drugs like opiates, cocaine and heroine without the normal symptoms of withdrawal.

Its psychoactive properties have caused this substance to be declared illegal in several countries such as Australia, Myanmar and Malaysia. The U. S. Has only labelled it as a drug of concern, though the state of Indiana has passed an all out ban on its consumption in any form. This product is easily purchased online.

It can be ingested in several ways such as chewing the leaves whole, chopping them into a fine powder for making teas, smoking, filling capsules or creating a paste for cooking. Liquefying the substance allows one to take it in the form of a concentrated extract. Depending on the amount one takes, the effects can range from simply relaxing to relieving pain to going on a true psychedelic trip.

Taken in small amounts, one experiences the effects of a stimulant, feeling energetic, alert, friendly, talkative and sociable. In a mid-range dose the sedating properties kick in, calming one's mind and body, bringing relief from even intense pains. Ingesting high quantities can result in euphoric moods and the state of wake-dreaming commonly called a psychedelic trip.

Liquid kratom is normally done as shots, mixed with fruit juices to mask the natural bitter taste, though it may also be used in a vaporizer or an e-cig. No one has ever become addicted to this substance but just as with other stimulants like soda, coffee and nicotine, using on a daily basis can lead to dependency. It is important that those choosing to use this herb be aware of the high likelihood of suddenly falling asleep, even when used as a low dose stimulant, and not partake of any activities that could pose a risk like cooking, driving or smoking.




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