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Kratom and Mental Health – Can It Treat Depression?

Kratom has been making rounds on the market as the new natural hotshot herb that’s touted as an all-around solution for a variety of conditions. Presently, it’s most prominent benefit is its ability to alleviate pain on the same level as opioids – minus the addictive properties. But science has found that there might be much more to this herb than just the being a pain reliever.

About 40% of those who use kratom claim that they leverage the herb’s benefits versus depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. But how true are these claims, and does kratom really have an effect on mentality? Here’s what you need to know.

How Does Kratom Work?

Kratom comes from a plant called Mitragyna speciosa which is native to Southeast Asian countries.

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