Category: Kratom Reviews

While a few kratom vendors dominate the market, we believe that some of the best kratom vendors are actually lesser known. So, we decided to dig the Internet and see what the kratom community has to say.

How We Found and Reviewed the Best Kratom Vendors

We believe that the most popular does not necessarily mean better. Moreover, one of the main buyer complaints about the top vendors is that their prices tend to be too high. As a result, buyers may opt for lower-quality kratom simply because it’s cheaper. Sadly, cheaper kratom also tends to be of lower quality. Because of that, buyers may end up paying more in the long run.

Therefore, we looked through forums and blogs for kratom vendors that are less popular yet highly recommended by kratom lovers.

As we did before, when reviewing the top kratom vendors, we went a step further.

We not only looked through their website and buyer reviews for positive feedback and complaints but also placed an order with each of them to get the feel of their customer service as well as their products. Then, the entire Speciosa Guide team tried their products so that we would be able to provide more thorough and accurate feedback.

We placed all our orders on Tuesday afternoon around 2:20 PM PST. Our goal was to see whether we’ll receive our orders before the weekend.

Since most of us prefer white vein kratom during the day, we looked for white strains, preferably White Maeng Da or close variants of it. Then, we tried each of them twice, two hours after a meal, compared our results, and took notes.

Interested to learn about our findings?

Then let’s proceed!

Best Kratom Vendors to Try in 2020

Kraoma

We’ll start our best kratom vendors list with Kraoma, an established kratom vendor that has been in business since 2014.

Background

In their About story, Kraoma explains how they have established relationships with kratom vendors in Indonesia and order directly from them. According to them, they’d been through some bad experiences, had been scammed, and had lost a lot of money before they were able to find reliable suppliers.

If you’ve read our post on buying kratom directly from farmers in Indonesia, their story confirms the fact that it’s extremely risky for individuals to do so. This story gives a very personal touch, which we definitely like.

Kraoma also displays recent lab test results on its site. This makes them more credible and trustworthy.

They also regularly blog on different kratom-related issues, such as kratom legality and buying tips. On their blog, they have various posts on kratom legality, and it’s evident that they regularly update them and answer reader questions. So, you can be pretty sure that they’ll have the latest information on kratom legality.

Products

Kraoma has a wide array of kratom strains, and some of the most popular products have hundreds of positive reviews. Kraoma’s products also have unique names that imply the effects that you can expect from each strain, such as Comfort Kraoma for Red Bali or Active Kraoma for White Maeng Da.

Their product descriptions also have some information in them about the strain, more than you can usually find on kratom vendor sites. It’s a nice touch that can help less experienced buyers make a choice.

Customer Experience

Kraoma’s website has links to shipping, returns, and other policies, so it’s easy to find any relevant information.

Depending on your order price, Kraoma has different types of shipping. They basically make sure that any order ships for free. Pricier orders ship faster. Yet, you can also upgrade your shipping for a fee and get your order faster. Buyers also state that Kraoma provides fast shipping.

Kraoma offers free kratom samples. Well, they’re not 100% free; you still need to cover shipping costs, but it’s still a great way to try two 10-gram kratom samples for $4.95. Returning customers can also add one free sample to their order, which is a great way of trying new strains with this vendor.

Kraoma’s website is simple but easy to navigate. It’s easy to find what you are looking for, browse through, and find products. Product images are professional and natural; they show products as they are and are not unnaturally enhanced.

A few other positive features that we came across:

• Kraoma offers a 20%-discount when subscribing to their newsletter.
• You can get a 15%-discount if you pay in cryptocurrency.
• Kraoma also has a loyalty program that allows you to earn points for purchases and later redeem them when you buy.
• They offer discount bundles. You can buy different strains in bulk and get a discount.
• They always have some extra in their packages.
• Kraoma is a Nevada-based vendor. Since Nevada has passed the KCPA, you can expect their kratom to be pure.

We found plenty of good reviews on Kraoma’s customer service. They always try to make up for mistakes or mishaps.

In general, people state that Kraoma’s products are potent and consistent. We also came across some bad reviews on quality. However, in the same complaints, people also speak positively of Kraoma’s owner and blame the dip in the quality on the suppliers instead.

As per their prices, many state that they are affordable. However, we also came across a few complaints about their prices being too high.

Our Experience with Kraoma

We found Kraoma prices to be fair and midrange. They are a little higher than what some cheaper vendors but lower than what other vendors offer.

We ordered White Maeng Da and paid for it in Bitcoin, which resulted in 20% off our order. We opted for First Class Mail. This way, the shipping was free. Had our order been over $75, it would have shipped with Priority Mail and arrived sooner.

Our order shipped that same afternoon and arrived on Thursday, two days after ordering. Out of the vendors we reviewed, Kraoma was the only one that shipped the same day.

In addition to our order of White Maeng Da, we also got two free samples and a coupon for 10% off our next order.

We took the first dose in the morning. We started feeling the effects in about 10 minutes, and the full effects were in 30 minutes. All of us took our regular doses, and, to be honest, it was almost a bit too much when compared with other vendors.

We felt a good boost in energy, focus, as well as mood.

The effects started to fade around 4.5 hours and were gone after 5. 

Six hours after the first dose, we took the second. This time, we took approximately 25% less than the first time, and the effects were more tolerable this time. The overall experience was very similar to the first dose.

We most definitely can assure you that Kraoma’s kratom is potent. To experience the same effects as with other vendors, we needed less kratom. So, even if their prices are a bit higher, due to the smaller amount needed per dose, their kratom is definitely going to last longer.

Moreover, due to the other perks, such as discounts and free samples, Kraoma was definitely worth our money.

Viable Kratom (Viable Solutions / Herbal Salvation)

Frequently recommended in kratom forums, Viable Kratom also made it into our best kratom vendors list.

Background

Viable Kratom has been in business since 2011 and used to be known as Herbal Salvations. Since then, they rebranded and identified themselves as Viable Solutions, though they’ve kept their old URL till mid-January 2019. Now, they call themselves Viable Kratom.

Viable Kratom states that its products come directly from the source. They also state that they test their products for contaminants. You need to enter LOT details to view the results.

In their About story, Viable Kratom states that they were one of the first kratom businesses to test kratom products and push GMP standards. They also emphasize that they strive to set the bar higher and offer the safest, best-quality, and most consistent kratom products on the market. Nonetheless, they have recalled their products in the past. Moreover, some reviews noted that they were removed from the Kratom Vendor Daily List due to bad quality, bad reviews, and Salmonella issues.

Products 

As per their product selection, it has only a few strains. Their kratom powder strain selection is limited to Maeng Da, Borneo, and Sumatra kratom. However, they also sell blends, enhanced kratom, capsules, extracts, and digital scales for measuring kratom. Viable Kratom also offers sample packs for new buyers. You can get five 25-gram samples for $25 + the shipping fee.

Their product images look enhanced to the point that the products look unnatural. They do state that the photos are stock imagery rather than the representation of the actual product. Nonetheless, this still creates an inauthentic feel.

Customer Experience

Each product has a short description that states basic data on the origin of the products, testing, and similar. The products have only a few reviews on the site, though those are mainly positive.

On kratom forums, you can also find generally positive reviews on the quality of their products, though buyers also state that sometimes their products can be hit or miss. 

They also have a loyalty program for return customers.

Our Experience with Viable Kratom (Viable Solutions / Herbal Salvation)

We found the prices of Viable Kratom to be fair and ordered White Maeng Da kratom powder from their selection. No Free shipping options were available.

We opted to pay with eCheck. Although Viable Kratom accepts credit cards, most US-based card processors consider kratom a high-risk product due to its controversial legality issues. So, most companies willing to work with kratom vendors are offshore processors or are masked under fake companies.

We have heard of people being overcharged or having their card information stolen when buying kratom with their bank cards. Although we have not found reports or reviews of that happening with Viable Kratom, it is always a possibility when buying kratom with a credit card. So, we didn’t feel comfortable taking such a risk.

Once again, this has nothing to do with this specific vendor but rather with the card processors who use deceptive tactics to process cards for kratom sales. That’s not something they are supposed to be doing in the first place.

Our order shipped the following day, and we received it on Friday, three days after ordering. No freebies came with our order.

We took our regular dose and started feeling the effects 15 minutes later. Full effects were an hour later and lasted for about 5 hours. We felt a very subtle boost in energy and focus,  though the mood-lifting effects were rather noticeable.

Six hours after our first dose, we took our second. Overall, the effects were much less noticeable and short-lived. Perhaps, if we had increased our dosage, our experience with the second dose of Viable Kratom would have been the same as the first time. Nonetheless, doing this consistently would have definitely upped our tolerance.

First Coast Tea Co.

The next on our best kratom vendors list is another frequently recommended vendor that was formerly known as SoCal Herbal Remedies. We did a bit of digging to find out what caused the rebranding to occur. We found out that SoCal was sued by a family in Philadelphia. 

The young man whose family sued the company had a heart attack that resulted in a car crash. Nonetheless, the official cause of death was “acute mitragynine intoxication.” As with most “kratom death” cases, the results were inconclusive, and the full toxicology results weren’t disclosed.

We also found an article that shared screenshots of a former HuffPost journalist being refused to see official toxicology results even after a lawsuit, as well as screenshots of the victim’s Facebook posts on his experience with kratom, kava, and an antidepressant.

It’s unfortunate that this company had to go through this, as it’s evident that there is a lack of crucial information on the case.

Products

First Coast Tea Co. offers kratom powder and capsules for sale. However, it is virtually impossible to find their kratom products unless you know how to look for them. They also used to offer extracts that, according to reviews, did not seem to be good.

Their main offerings seem to be different botanical products, essential oils, soap, kava, and a variety of teas for sale. Neither their product selection nor product categories indicate kratom.

Even though their kratom products are hidden from the main inventory, First Coast Tea Co. labels their kratom powder as “tea.” Since the authorities have not approved kratom for human consumption, selling kratom labeled as tea may not be the best approach.

We found no information either on the origin of their kratom products not on whether they are tested.

Customer Experience

While some buyers indicated that their quality is consistent, others mentioned that it was hit or miss.

Buyers also referenced high-quality, responsive customer service and the company sometimes providing samples to buyers who weren’t able to afford them otherwise. In general, we came across very few dissatisfied reviews; most people are satisfied.

Finally, buyers also report fast shipping and free samples, though not always.

Our Experience with First Coast Tea Co.

First Coast Tea Co. prices are low. We ordered White Maeng Da kratom powder, and no free shipping options were available.

We paid with PayPal. Payments with Stripe and credit cards are available as well. While this was convenient, in actuality, PayPal classifies kratom as a high-risk product, similar to credit card processors. So, it is possible that they get around this issue by not openly stating that they sell kratom products but rather tea.

Our order was shipped the next day and arrived the following Monday, six days after we ordered. There were no freebies with our order.

As per our experience with it, effects began 15 minutes later, and full effects were in 45 minutes. We experienced a moderate boost in energy and focus, as well as a mild mood boost. The effects began fading after 4 hours and were completely gone after 4.5 hours.

Overall, our second experience with this vendor’s kratom was very similar to the first.

Acadica

Acadica is the next company we decided to add to our best vendors list due to many positive reviews and recommendations.

Background

This vendor is a small business. Yet, buyers refer to the quality of their products as good and on par with the big brands. Some users even call it the best kratom they’ve ever had.

They were working on GMP compliance and clean-room packaging in 2018. Yet, there is no information on whether that was completed.

There is no information on whether they lab-test their products though the owner claims on Reddit they do. Nonetheless, the company has been involved in the 2018 Kratom Salmonella outbreak.

Their website is very basic. They also do not have an about page or blog. So, it’s hard to gauge how good they are without looking for information on them elsewhere. Moreover, links to the Return Policy, Privacy Policy, Payment, and Shipping Info don’t work.

Products

Acadica’s product selection is very limited. They do not sell any of the popular strains, such as Bali, Maeng Da, Thai, Borneo, or Horn kratom. Hulu, Kali, Ketapang, and Jonkong kratom seem to be all they have. Moreover, their product organization is very confusing, and it is hard to see everything that they offer for sale.

Products have only one to three reviews, though those are very positive. Product descriptions are missing for most products.

Customer Experience

Acadica does not offer free samples, but they tend to add extra kratom to their packages in some instances, such as around holidays.

Acadica offers free shipping, and their orders come on time and usually earlier than expected. However, since it’s a small company, people even state that it may be a one-man business. So, he can only handle a certain amount of orders at any given time. Therefore, orders may not always process within a 24-hour window.

The company is regularly low on stock. Some comments also indicate that the vendor doesn’t keep good track of their inventory and sells when there are no products in store. One person also indicated that their negative comments were deleted. Nonetheless, they seem to refund and send some free kratom when that happens.

We also came across a comment on them using scare tactics to drive sales, though there is no indication of what these scare tactics are.

Buyers state that their checkout is complicated, yet their customer service is good, and correspondence is personal. They engage with their customers in comments on social media and offer a number on their website that is available for texts. The owner tends to respond quickly.

Our Experience with Acadica

Acadica’s prices are low. From their selection, we ordered White Ketapang, the only white strain they had available. We paid with PayPal, and free shipping was included. Our order shipped the following day, and we received it on Friday, three days after placing our order. There were no freebies with our order.

The first time, we started feeling the effects in 15 minutes. We weren’t quite sure when full effects set in, as the effects from this strain were very mild. We believe that we felt a slight increase in energy and mood. However, we couldn’t agree on whether that was due to the kratom or a placebo effect.

Six hours after our first dose, we took the second. This time we increased our dose by 50%. The effects began in 15 minutes, and we felt the full effects within an hour. This time it felt like we took kratom. We felt a moderate boost in energy and mood, as well as a mild boost in focus. The effects began to diminish after 3 hours and were gone after 3.5 hours.

While our second experience was much better, taking 50% more than our usual dose is neither sustainable nor good for our kratom tolerance. Despite their low prices, we would be paying a lot more over time than initially expected if we were consistently buying from them.

Canopy Botanicals

The last vendor we decided to review for this best kratom vendor list was Canopy Botanicals. According to buyers, the owner tries to make sure that his customers are happy and is known for having sent his customers extra products when they were not satisfied with their orders.

Products

Canopy Botanicals offers soap, tea, spices, and supplements for sale. Similarly to First Coast Tea Co., kratom isn’t obviously seen on their site; you need to search for it to find it. Therefore, it can be confusing for new customers, and people have problems finding their kratom products.

Their kratom powder photos look slightly unrealistic; for example, some white powders look like ashes and their Red Bali, which seems to no longer be in their inventory, looks like red paprika spice. Those are either enhanced images or they are doing something to the powder.

Customer Experience

Their kratom prices are affordable and lower than those of some of the more popular brands. Their shipping is fast. Some indicate that that’s due to their warehouse being next to a USPS office.

When it comes to quality, buyers state that their kratom is potent and sometimes too strong, whereas their quality is consistent. However, others also mention that their quality isn’t that good, though there are very few negative reviews in comparison with the positive ones.

Buyers also remarked that Canopy Botanicals send extra sample bags with orders, as well as some other products from what they have in store. They also sell ginger chews, which they sometimes include with their orders. This is a nice touch because ginger is good for the stomach and can alleviate some kratom side effects, such as constipation and nausea.

Nonetheless, some reviews online state that there is no refund or satisfaction guarantee policy. There is also no info on kratom lab testing.

Our Experience with Canopy Botanicals

We found their prices to be very low. We attempted purchasing White Maeng Da and White Elephant. No free shipping options were available.

At the checkout, we tried to send payment to their instructed address, but it would not go through. We reached out to their customer service; however, we never got a response. 

As a result, we ended up not buying kratom from this company.

Verdict

Of the best kratom vendors recommended by many buyers, Kraoma was our favorite. It is a small company with a big company feel. Though their prices are higher than those of some cheaper companies, their kratom is very strong, and they also offer freebies, free shipping, discounts, and other perks that ultimately pay off.

Curiously, we found fewer people referring to Kraoma on forums than we did on other vendors. Yet, it was the company that has the most consistent feedback, only a few somewhat negative reviews, and no public issues with their kratom.

We came to the conclusion that this vendor does not get the credit they deserve. So, if you are looking for a new vendor, Kraoma is definitely worth checking out.

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A Leaf of Faith is one of the most popular resources available on kratom, which is why we decided to feature a review of it on our blog.

Pain, Loss, Opioids, and Kratom

A Leaf of Faith is produced and directed by Chris Bell, an American documentary filmmaker. Before starting a career in filmmaking, Chris was a professional bodybuilder, powerlifter, and wrestler.

As a result of his background in sports, he has experienced a lot of pain and dealt with opioid addiction. He eventually managed to overcome it, but he still was dealing with pain.

He also lost his brother, professional wrestler Mike Bell, to prescription drugs.

Bell has channeled his passion for sports in and stance against prescription drugs and other chemical abuse into the film industry. He has produced several documentaries on the topics. His most popular works are Bigger, Stronger, Faster, Trophy Kids, and Prescription Thugs.

Bigger, Stronger, Faster explores the abuse of steroids and its follow-up Prescription Thugs follows his brother’s life and death from prescription medications while he is at rehab.

A Leaf of Faith continues the story by focusing on kratom, a herb that can help kick opium addiction, deal with both physical and emotional pain, improve mood, and provide other benefits.

Kratom: The Good, the Bad, and the True

Kratom, or Mitragyna Speciosa, is basically a leaf from trees that are native to Southeast Asia. Locals have been using kratom for its beneficial properties in Southeast Asia for thousands of years. Many take it in the form of tea or capsules or mix it with different beverages.

Nonetheless, kratom is new to America, and scientific research on it is still in the budding stage.

However, when it comes to opinions on kratom, there is no shortage of those.

A great number of individuals claim that it has given them their lives back. On the opposing side of the battlefield, the FDA, DEA, and a number of politicians are advocating a kratom ban.

Whom do you trust? Where do you look for objective information? Is it a miracle herb? Or is it too good to be true?

A Leaf of Faith may have the answers to the questions that you have about kratom.

A Quest for Truth

A Leaf of Faith begins by presenting staggering statistics on the number of people in the US who suffer from an opium addiction caused by prescription drugs. You may feel surprised to find out the US consumes about 75% all prescription drugs and 90% of all opioids in the world.

This is a shocking number if you consider the fact the US is home to only 5% of the world’s population. Opioids are also the cause of death of 30,000 Americans each year.

In A Leaf of Faith, Bell describes his own journey of discovering kratom as well as the doubts that he goes through when finding out about the arguments against it.

The documentary includes interviews with a variety of people on the opposing sides of the kratom debate. Bell interviews people such as Chris McCurdy, one of the leading kratom researchers, kratom vendors, athletes, and veterans who take kratom, as well as a politician with the agenda to ban kratom and the mother who claims that her son has died from kratom.

They discuss topics like the effectiveness and dangers of using kratom, legislation issues, and more. It also mentions quite a few controversial and lesser-known facts about kratom.

Bell has done a good job presenting both sides of the argument and including relevant facts and problems within the kratom industry to give the viewer an opportunity to decide what their stance is.

Our Verdict

As movie buffs, we were actually pleasantly surprised with the quality of the documentary. It is well-written, thoroughly researched, and skillfully produced. And it definitely has the ability to hold your attention for an hour and a half and can be a great reason for a debate with a fellow kratom lover.

These may be the reasons why A Leaf of Faith has earned a 4.9-star rating on Amazon.

If you are new to kratom, A Leaf of Faith can definitely provide a well-rounded view of kratom. But even more experienced and knowledgeable users can learn a few interesting things about their herb or choice.

You can find A Leaf of Faith on Amazon.

You can also visit the A Leaf of Faith forum to learn about and discuss different topics related to kratom and the documentary itself.

Have you watched A Leaf of Faith? What did you like most about it? Is there anything that you dislike about it? Would you recommend it?

Something new is often considered as something better. So, consumers often flock toward new products. Just think about the latest models of iPhone, PlayStation, or other products. There is never a shortage of buyers, and these products tend to be sold out as soon as the products are out.

However, new isn’t always better. Quite a few highly-hyped releases had miserably flopped. For instance, in 1985, in hopes of beating the growing popularity of Pepsi, Coca-Cola released its “New Coke,” replacing its traditional formula in hopes of beating Pepsi. Consumers weren’t happy, and a few weeks the company went back to its old formula.

Similar flops happened when Amazon intended to release an Amazon phone, Apple tried to release a tablet in the early 90s, long before the public was ready for iPads, Cosmopolitan magazine launched a yogurt brand, and with other products.

As kratom gains growing popularity and demand, we’re seeing an increased supply and a wider array of strains being offered by vendors. One of the newest offerings in a number of vendors’ inventory is Trainwreck kratom which you may have come across.

So, what is Trainwreck kratom and should you be jumping on the bandwagon?

Is Trainwreck kratom a trend like the newest iPhone release or more like the “New Coke?”

Let’s dive in, review the details, and figure that out.

What Is Trainwreck Kratom?

While vendors are rather vague in describing what Trainwreck kratom is, most state that it’s a “full-spectrum blend” or a “full-spectrum strain.” Beyond that, very little additional information is provided.

Vague kratom product descriptions aren’t anything new.  Due to the herb not being unregulated by the FDA vendors cannot openly speak about the effects of kratom on the human body or its abilities to help with health conditions. Otherwise, they can get in trouble with the FDA.

However, Trainwreck kratom descriptions are even vaguer than that.

Here are some descriptions that we have found reviewing various vendors that sell Trainwreck Kratom:

• Full-spectrum blend or strain
• A blend of 11 strains or “all our strains”
• More powerful than original kratom strains
• Not a kratom extract but a blend of finely ground Mitragyna speciosa leaves
• Secret blend, with every kratom vendor having their own signature recipe
• Trainwreck kratom has multiple colors such as red, green, yellow, blue, and violet
• Trainwreck kratom facilitates a wide array of alkaloids
• Good for beginners

We’ll take a closer look at these so that you can make an informed decision if you consider investing in Trainwreck kratom products.

But first…

Where Does the “Trainwreck” Moniker Come From?

“Trainwreck” isn’t a very positive word, especially considering the controversy around kratom. So, why is it used to refer to a supposedly more powerful, well-rounded, and overall better kratom product?

The name is borrowed from the cannabis industry, namely from Trainwreck marijuana.

Trainwreck marijuana is a hybrid strain with a very high THC level (around 18%-26%). Therefore, it is of higher potency than other strains and can lead to very intense mental “highs.”

The Trainwreck marijuana strain was developed in the state of California by crossing Thai and Mexican Cannabis sativa strains with Afghan Cannabis indica strains. The hybrid bled is approximately 65% sativa and approximately 35% indica. So, it’s a powerful relaxant, yet it’s not too drowsy.

According to user reports, this strain is not for a workday or any other day when you need to get things done. It’s for a day off or when you need to wind down. Its effects are euphoric, relaxing, and pain-relieving.

Clarifying Trainwreck Kratom Questions

1. Is Trainwreck Kratom a Strain or a Blend?

Trainwreck kratom isn’t a strain but rather a blend of different strains that each vendor of it mixes according to their own “recipe.” Some vendors state that they mix 11 different strains; others say they mix all their strains.

Kratom blends are not new in the kratom world. In fact, yellow kratom and gold variety are blends. They offer moderate effects akin to those of moderate greens and usually have long-lasting effects.

If we must find an equivalent of Trainwreck marijuana in the kratom world, then it would be Maeng Da kratom. Maeng Da has been grafted from a Thai and an Indo kratom variety to yield a more potent strain. Thus, it has retained the most potent qualities of its strains of origin, as well as is more resilient to weather and pests, potent, and long-lasting.

2. Is Trainwreck Kratom Full-Spectrum?

Vendors that offer Trainwreck kratom blends state that it’s full-spectrum in comparison with other kratom strains.

This is actually improper use of the term.

Similarly to the “Trainwreck” moniker, “full-spectrum” vs. “isolate” are terms that are borrowed from the cannabis industry. They are commonly used to refer to CDB; however, the term “full-spectrum” is used differently by Trainwreck kratom users.

Isolate CDB is simply a pure form of CBD where cannabidiol, or CDB for short, is extracted from cannabis. It is not the only beneficial compound in cannabis. CBD along with THC are two of the most abundant cannabinoids. Yet, cannabis plants have a minimum of 144 different cannabinoids as well as other chemical compounds such as terpenes and flavonoids.

Meanwhile, full-spectrum CBD includes CBD as well as the other beneficial compounds that are naturally present in the cannabis plant and are removed when producing isolate CDB. Full-spectrum is simply referring to the product being closer to the more natural form of the plant.

The way Trainwreck kratom sellers use the term “full-spectrum” implies that individual strains are not full-spectrum. This, however, is not accurate.

Kratom is a raw botanical product acquired by grinding kratom leaf matter. No chemical compounds are removed during the process, making each individual strain full-spectrum. Non-full-spectrum or isolate would be, for instance, pure mitragynine or 7-hydroxymitragynine extract.

Alkaloid composition differs between different strains; that’s true. However, referring to blends as full-spectrum is inaccurate as each pure strain is full-spectrum.

Blends are not full-spectrum. They are simply blends that present a different versatile combination of alkaloids. Blends only contain a combination of strains, not each and every strain of kratom that exists, and that combination would differ from one Trainwreck kratom blend from another. As a result, referring to these blends as full-spectrum is misleading and inaccurate.

3. Is Trainwreck Kratom More Potent than Individual Kratom Strains?

We would be very cautious with descriptions such as “more powerful than other strains.” If that is truly a blend of kratom strains, it should be just as potent as the other strains.

If Trainwreck kratom is more potent, then that would imply that it contains something other than kratom. It can be a sign of a kratom extract, but that’s not what the descriptions state. Moreover, some vendors actually write that their blends contain pure kratom powder only, not extracts.

Using a blend would be no different than mixing kratom strains yourself, and that alone would not make them more potent than the individual strains. The blend would simply have a different combination of alkaloids that you are exposed to at any given moment if you take individual strains.

4. Does the Blend Contain Different Colors?

This claim would be partially true. If a vendor mixes different stains, they may indeed combine different vein types. So, their blend would actually contain red, green, and white vein kratom and perhaps also yellow or gold kratom. Nonetheless, since each vendor has their own secret recipe, we cannot actually confirm that.

Yet, we did come across a vendor stating that their Trainwreck kratom powder is of different colors. That, however, is rather disturbing.

Kratom powder, regardless of the vein type, is green. That’s because the leaf matter is always green. It’s the veins and stems that have different colors, but they are removed before the grinding process. The shade of green may vary between different strains, but the powder is still green, regardless of the vein or strain type.

Therefore, you shouldn’t expect a rainbow-colored powder. That would imply that there is something other than kratom in it, modifying the color.

Another statement we found read that the brand’s Trainwreck kratom is full-spectrum because it “combines varieties of colors such as red, green, blue, yellow, and violet, thus facilitating a wide range of alkaloids.”

This, too, is a rather disturbing description. While Trainwreck blends would indeed offer a wide range of alkaloids and yellow kratom exists as a blend, there is no blue and purple kratom.

There used to be a brand that had a product called Blue Kratom extract, but that is an individual product, not an actual type of kratom. Meanwhile, purple may be a reference to resins as they have a dark color that can have a purplish hue. Nonetheless, there is no such thing as blue or purple strains.

If the brand is mixing kratom extracts in their Trainwreck blend, it must be explicitly clear about dosage. Extracts are rather tricky to dose and can easily lead to side effects or up your tolerance if not taken adequately.

5. Is this Blend Good for Beginners?

Since there is no standard formula for Trainwreck kratom, each vendor can decide on their own, and we suspect that some may be mixing in extracts to make their bend more potent, there is no solid answer to whether this blend would be suitable for beginners.

Whether Trainwreck kratom is good for beginners would depend on the composition of each vendor’s specific bend. Nevertheless, we generally do not recommend blends to beginners.

As a botanical product, kratom and even its different strains can interact differently with each user. It is usually a better approach to experiment with tried and tested pure strains first if you have no experience with the herb. This will allow you to know how you react to different strains as well as what the right dosage for you is.

What Do Users Say about the Trainwreck Blend?

Since this is a new product, finding reviews for it on product pages is not easy, at least at this time. However, there are some comments on Reddit. Here’s what we were able to gather:

• “$20 an ounce is a train wreck in itself. I see that it was a blend but still waaaaaaaaayyyyyy to much money.” Another person agreed with this comment stating that it’s a third of what a split kilo would cost.
• “…we’ve tried blends. It depends. It’s a toss-up whether it’ll be good or rather, that you’ll get desired effects from a blend.”
• “Mixing a bunch of strains doesn’t mean it’s better. Stop paying the shop price they are just ripping you off. You can get much better kratom for a 5th the price.”
• “It was alright. Nothing spectacular”
• “Eh, couldn’t tell the difference between this and a plain Maeng Da tbh.”
• “I’m pretty curious as to the whole “11 strain blend” thing. To me, this either means they’ve actually taken some of pretty much every strain, or it’s a jumble of leftovers. I guess I’ll find out…”
• “I used to make crazy blends. 5+ strains, multiple vein color, etc. What I found was less than average burns most of the time. I now rarely mix more than two strains. Others chimed in with similar results when this was brought up.”
• “Tried it, about 5 grams and it actually did hit harder than the same dose of what I normally take.”

From the comments we were able to find, only one person stated that the mix was more potent than the same amount of kratom they would normally take. While this could speak in favor of the Trainwreck kratom blend, this may also indicate the poor quality of kratom that this person usually takes. Low-quality kratom is not uncommon; so, this comment could go either way.

Other commenters pointed out that the blend is very expensive or not that effective. One person even expressed their doubts about whether the blend is actually a well-crafted blend or simply a mix of leftovers.

Do We Recommend Trainwreck Kratom?

We personally are dubious about Trainwreck kratom products. Brands use lots of powerful wording to sell their products, and a lot of it is misleading and inaccurate.

Moreover, without seeing the actual composition of a product such as the strains used along with their percentages, we cannot state more. Therefore, we would not recommend Trainwreck kratom to our readers.

However, if you do choose to buy Trainwreck kratom blends, make sure that you trust the company selling those.

Have you tried Trainwreck kratom? We would love to hear what your experience with it has been.

We live at a very demanding and fast-paced time. You may be wearing many hats and trying to fulfill a variety of roles in your life. You likely have an ever-expanding to-do-list that you are trying to sort out to no avail.

As a result, you may be doing your best to stay organized. You may have a planner or use an app to keep track of everything you need to do, yet half-completed projects and unaccomplished tasks only keep piling up.

From your boss and colleagues to your children and their class teacher, everyone seems to be expecting something from you. You may be feeling that you will never complete everything on your to-do-list.

And on top of everything, you have a terribly hard time maintaining focus.

Reasons for Having a Hard Time Concentrating

You’re far from being the only person who is having a hard time keeping focus at work.

Americans, in particular, are a subject to that. Data shows that we work ridiculously long hours and barely take vacations. For instance, an average American works around 47 hours a week.

Meanwhile, the Working Time Directive in Europe does not allow employees to work more than 48 hours. Few countries reach this maximum. As a matter of fact, in certain countries like Sweden, people work only around 35 hours each week.

People in the US get only around 2 weeks of paid annual leave, yet most only take advantage of 54% of this time. Swedes, however, get 5 weeks paid vacation and it’s similar in other European countries.

Curiously, according to the World Happiness Report, Sweden ranks among the 10 happiest countries in the world. Moreover, 8 out of the 10 happiest nations are European. On the other hand, the US ranks 19^th out of 154 countries.

It isn’t bad, but it could be better considering the fact that we’re the first world economy. Working excessively makes us burn out and experience a variety of conditions that affect our ability to focus.

1. Sleep Deprivation

Sleep deprivation or fatigue which is frequently caused by sleep deprivation is one of the primary factors that prevent us from being able to concentrate.

Adults are supposed to get 7-9 hours of sleep. If you are getting less than that and are having poor sleep hygiene such as using your phone in bed, then your ability to focus is going to decline.

This happens because a lack of sleep affects your selective attention. That is your ability to prioritize one source of information over others. So, if you’re unable to do that, you’ll be easily distracted.

2. Stress

Stress and focus mutually affect each other. If you aren’t concentrating on a single task, you are more likely to feel more stressed. This can happen if you keep thinking about your long to-do list while you’re doing something. Stress, in turn, can disrupt your focus and even make you forgetful.

This can turn into a vicious cycle. The more stressed you are, the less able to focus you will be. And the harder it is for you to focus, the more stressed you will feel.

3. Depression

Inability to maintain focus is one of the symptoms of depression. It may experience brain fog. Severe depression can negatively impact the quality or your work and studies.

4. Physical Factors

If you aren’t physically feeling well, that too can impact your ability to focus. Certain health conditions and pain can distract your concentration from work or anything else you may be doing.

5. Medication

Certain medications are known to affect your ability to focus, as well. They can cause brain fog or make you drowsy. And you likely already know that when you’re feeling sleepy, the ability to concentrate goes out of the window.

6. ADD/ADHD

If you have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), you’ll have a very hard time trying to focus. This can be especially prevalent if you’re doing repetitive tasks that you have no interest in.

ADHD does not affect many. Only about 4% of adults struggle from it. Yet, less than 20% of them get diagnosed and receive treatment. So, it’s possible for you to have it, but be unaware of it.

7. Nutritional Deficiencies

Your diet can have a great impact on your wellbeing. On the contrary, nutritional deficiencies can manifest as health issues and wellbeing concerns.

Difficulty focusing can be a symptom of deficiencies in Vitamins B, C, and D as well as magnesium and Omega-3 fatty acids.

Best Strains of Kratom for Focus

Kratom can help with a variety of problems and conditions and improving your focus is definitely one of them. However, the strains that’ll work for you will depend on a variety of factors.

Below are our top picks for kratom for focus.

1. White Vein Kratom Strains

Generally, white vein kratom strains are the ones that tend to give the most energy. They also have the ability to help you concentrate. White vein strains can serve as a replacement for coffee. They can also boost your mood and provide motivation to work or study.

Though it may seem counterintuitive, white strains can also improve your sleep, too. That is if you take them correctly. Taken in the morning, white kratom can help you stay alert during the first half of the day. So, by the evening you will likely feel worn out and will be able to fall and stay asleep much easier.

Make sure to take white strains at the same time of the day, so that your body adapts and starts producing melatonin accordingly.

Try strains like White Horn, White Maeng Da, White Thai, White Bali, and White Borneo.

Yet, if you feel anxious, stressed, or experience depression, white strains may make you jittery. If that’s how you feel, green vein kratom for focus may be a better choice for you.

2. Green Maeng Da Kratom

Green Maeng Da kratom is one of the most popular strains. It’s also a very potent (if bought from the right vendor) and lasting strain. It enhances your energy and focus, yet is milder than the white strains. Therefore, it can be great for both tasks that require physical energy as well as those mentally challenging.

This strain enhances the mood, so, it may be suitable for you to take Green Maeng Da kratom for focus if you experience depression, stress, or anxiety.

3. Green Malay Kratom

Green Malay kratom is one of the longest-lasting strains. You can enjoy its effects for up to seven hours or even longer. It’s mildly stimulating and not as potent in this aspect as Green Maeng Da. However, it’s great at boosting the mood and focus as well as making you more sociable.

This green strain is excellent if your job requires you to deal with people, for instance, customer service, waitressing, sales, and similar.

If you experience social anxiety and are looking for kratom for focus, give Green Malay a try.

Are you having a hard time concentrating? Have you tried kratom for focus? Which strains do you prefer? 

Kratom is gaining increasing exposure and popularity. It’s native to Southeast Asia and the people there used to chew kratom leaves while working in the fields.

Nowadays, the most popular way of taking kratom is making kratom tea. Others prefer Toss & Wash or kratom capsules. However, you can also make kratom soap, baths, and kratom salve. (Yes, that’s right, and we’ll make sure to cover those in the future, too.)

Yet, more and more people are wondering whether one can smoke kratom.

Well, the short answer is that you technically can smoke kratom. However, whether you should do it or not is a completely different matter.

Let’s look into it and find out whether smoking kratom is a good alternative for you to consider.

Advantages of Smoking Kratom

1. You May Experience Kratom Effects Sooner

When you ingest kratom, your body needs to break it down and absorb it into your bloodstream. Then, it can reach your brain and bind with the receptors in it. This is when you will start experiencing kratom effects.

When smoking, the chemicals bypass your digestive system. They are absorbed into your blood along with oxygen through the lungs. As a result, they’ll be able to reach your brain and take effect much sooner.

If by intaking kratom it takes a minimum of 10-15 minutes to start expiring kratom effects, then by smoking this time can be reduced to about 10 seconds. The peak of kratom effects may also occur faster. But that would also mean that kratom duration and half-life is shorter as well.

2. Smoking Kratom May Help You Quit Smoking Other Substances

If you are trying to quit cigarettes doing so at once may cause withdrawal symptoms. However, substituting that with kratom could keep withdrawal symptoms at bay. Thus, you may have an easier time quitting in general.

The Disadvantages of Smoking Kratom

1. Not as Effective

While smoking kratom, you will be burning it. So, some amount of kratom will be lost in the process. There isn’t much scientific proof to provide solid data on the matter. Yet, some sources suggest that you need about 10 times the amount of kratom to experience the same effects that you would after ingesting it.

So if your regular dose of kratom is 4 grams, you would need to smoke 40 grams to experience the same effects.

2. Not Cost-Efficient

If you need a lot more kratom to feel the same effects, it means that you’ll go through your kratom reserves much faster, too. That, in turn, means much more money that you’d need to spend.

3. High Temperature Can Destroy Kratom Alkaloids

We’ve discussed before that heat can bring out the alkaloids in kratom. But too much heat can destroy them. This is why, when preparing kratom tea, you should be simmering it instead of boiling.

When smoking, the temperature of the cigarette reaches up to 900°C or 1652°F. That is nine times higher than the temperature of boiling water. Therefore, it can negatively affect the alkaloids in kratom.

Users who have tried smoking kratom have indeed reported that the effects they experience are either very weak or nonexistent. Some even admit that they may be placebo.

4. Smoking Can Cause Different Health Issues

Smoking in itself isn’t beneficial for one’s health. Quite the contrary. It can cause a variety of different health issues such as:

• higher risk of developing blood clots,
• higher blood pressure and heart rate which makes the heart work faster,
• narrowing the blood vessels which results in less oxygen in the blood,
• higher risk of stroke and heart attack,
• higher risk of developing stomach, lung, cervical, and other types of cancer,
• reduced fertility in both males and females,
• weakened immune system,
• faster aging,
• weaker bones,
• more frequent respiratory problems and illnesses,
• and more.

So, if you are trying to reduce pain and improve your wellbeing by taking kratom, the side effects of smoking may actually defeat the purpose.

Can You Vape Kratom?

Vaping has become a new trend in recent years. Because it does not require combustion, vaping is considered less harmful than smoking. However, recent studies indicate that vaping may not be as safe as previously thought.

In order to vape kratom, you need an extract – kratom vape juice. Some online sellers offer it, but it is a lot less common than kratom powder or capsules.

Keep in mind that kratom extracts are the most potent form of kratom available. This makes it easy to intake a much higher dose than necessary. Measuring the right dose can also be a challenge. In addition, kratom extracts are rather expensive and harder to find.

Final Verdict

All in all, smoking kratom has more disadvantages than it has advantages. And even the existing advantages are rather inconclusive.

Smoking kratom can be significantly harmful to one’s health. According to existing data, it can also be about 10 times less effective than ingesting it and it is also a lot more expensive.

Vaping kratom could be less damaging to one’s health, but, according to users, the effects are not nearly as strong. Moreover, vaping is a novelty. Therefore, there are no studies to verify if vaping kratom or other herbals is safe or whether it can have beneficial effects on one’s health.

Because of the reasons above, we would advise you to stick to the known and proven ways of taking kratom. Even if you keep seeing kratom vape juice and kratom for smoking either online and in smoke shops.

Keep in mind that not all vendors are interested in what’s best for the users. This along with the lack of credible studies and information of kratom can make it into an easy marketing gimmick.

Have you ever tried smoking kratom? Did you experience the desired effects? How strong were they? How about vaping kratom? Would you recommend it?

 

White Maeng Da kratom is one of the top sellers among many vendors and one of the most recommended strains in the kratom community. It’s one of the strongest strains on the market. Many users love it because of its potent energizing and euphoric benefits.

What Is White Maeng Da Kratom

White Maeng Da kratom is a popular white strain. It’s a variety of the Mitragyna speciosa tree indigenous to Thailand. It originated as a product of the grafting process.

Thai kratom farmers combined a Thai and an Indo kratom tree to achieve a more potent variety that would be more resistant to environmental factors and seasonal changes. Since the alkaloid properties of kratom can differ because of those, the goal was to produce a strong and consistent strain.

To promote the unique effects and properties of this white vein kratom strain, it was given a unique name – Maeng Da.

You may have already heard that loosely translated from conversational Thai, it means “pimp grade.” While it’s a less popular fact, Maeng Da has a second meaning.

Mang da or malaeng da na is a giant water bug. This may seem like a weird choice of name, but, in actuality, it’s not.

It is very common in Asian countries to eat insects. They are considered valuable sources of protein and vitamins. If you have ever traveled to Thailand, China, or other Asian countries, you’d notice fried bugs, maggots, and even scorpions sold in touristic places.

The giant water bug is a delicacy in Thailand and other Asian countries such as the Philippines, Cambodia, and Laos. Locals love it for its sweet taste that allegedly resembles that of scallops.

So, naming this strain after a water bug was actually implying that it is extremely good and beneficial.

Now, you are likely wondering what pimp grade has to do with it. Locals use mang da as a slang term referring to how pimps resemble water bugs buzzing around street lamps at night. It’s actually an insult. Why name kratom after an insult?

Prostitution is illegal in Thailand, but still extremely common and profitable. So, if a pimp would go for Maeng Da kratom when they could afford a lot more than an average Thai person, this means that it has to be that good. The popularity of this strain only confirms that.

White Maeng Da Effects

One of the best things about this strain is its long-lasting effects. While individual people’s experiences vary, it can last for about 5-8 hours. Here’s what White Maeng Da kratom can do for you:

1. Stimulates

White Maeng Da is best known for its stimulating effects. In can help you boost for focus and concentration and carry out daily tasks. It makes this strain a good alternative to coffee.

2. Boosts the Mood

This white strain elevates the mood and makes you feel more positive. It provides euphoric effects that are proportionate to the dose you take. It can also help balance your mood if you experience mood swings. You will likely experience a boost in your mood approximately an hour after intake.

3. Relieves Social Anxiety

The mood-boosting, stimulating, and mildly relaxing properties of this white strain can be beneficial to those who struggle with social anxiety. It can ease the anxious feeling of being around people and make you more sociable.

4. Alleviates Pain

While not as potent in this aspect as the red variety, White Maeng Da provides mild pain relief. Along with its other beneficial effects, it makes this strain beneficial to take during the day.

White Maeng Da Dosage Tips

When it comes to white strains, they are best taken in lower doses. 2-3 grams are sufficient to achieve mild effects. You can increase it up to 5 grams if you are looking for stronger effects or are a more experienced kratom user.

The threshold dose for White Maeng Da is 1 gram or even less if your kratom is very potent. Therefore, start with 1 gram if you are new to or less experienced with kratom. It may even be better to start with 0.5 g, especially if you are athletic, have a high metabolism, or low body fat percentage. If you go for that and experience no effects after 30 – 60 minutes, take another half a gram. Do so until you reach your desired effects.

Stimulating strains like White Maeng Da kratom are best taken in the morning. Yet, for some people, it is common to feel sluggish in the afternoon.

The early afternoon can be a great time to take this strain too. It can be beneficial if you have things planned in the second half of the day, such as meeting friends or going to the gym.

However, avoid taking it late in the afternoon or in the evening as the stimulating effects can disrupt your sleep. As mentioned above, its effects last for about 5-8 hours. Keep that and your desired bedtime in mind when you take this strain.

Taken in the morning or early afternoon, this white strain can, on the contrary, improve your overall quality of sleep. It will keep you alert and energetic throughout the day. So, you will feel tired just in time for bedtime.

Precautions

White strains have energizing and mood enhancing properties that can help with depression. In the meantime, there are people who feel agitated and jittery which increases their anxiety and worsens the depression symptoms.

Be aware of that if you suffer from depression and anxiety and decide to give White Maeng Da kratom a try. If you notice that your depression and anxiety get worse, you may want to try a different strain such as Green Maeng Da. It has milder stimulating effects. Therefore, it will provide slightly milder effects, yet still get you through the day.

Another thing to watch out for is the fact that there are vendors out there who do not sell Maeng Da kratom, but simply use it as a marketing trick. What they may offer is Thai Kratom from a different vendor or a location. While still beneficial, it’s not what buyers are looking for.

To avoid that, select a kratom vendor carefully. Make sure to research vendors well and look through reviews before you place an order.

Have you tried White Maeng Da kratom? What is your experience with it?

Have you always envied morning people for their ability to jump out of bed, waltz into the office, and get through their to-do list like they own the world? Meanwhile, you’d be struggling to keep your eyes open and wouldn’t stop nodding off until you get through your third cup of Joe? Then it may be the time for you to give White Borneo Kratom a try.

What Is White Borneo Kratom?

White Vein Borneo is a white Mitragyna speciosa strain from the island that carries the same name. Borneo is one of the largest islands in the world, and its territory is divided between three countries – Malaysia, Brunei, and Indonesia.

The latter of the three owns the largest portion of the island. Indonesia is also where most of the world’s supply of kratom comes from. 90-95% to be exact.

What makes the Indonesian part of Borneo special, is that the equator runs through it. This creates a perfect tropical environment for Borneo Kratom trees to thrive.

White Borneo Effects

1. Improved Focus and Concentration

Sharp focus and concentration are perhaps the most prominent qualities of this strain. It will help you maintain focus, stay in the zone, and be less susceptible by distractions. Thus, it’ll help you get things done more effectively.

The effects of White Borneo Kratom last for about 4-5 hours, though you may experience them even longer. The duration should be enough to get you through the first half of your workday and help you complete most of your tasks. Even ones you’ve been putting off for a while.

2. Increased Energy

A boost in energy comes hand in hand with increased focus and concentration. White Vein Borneo is one of the kratom strains that will provide you with the most stimulation. Thus, it makes it an excellent morning strain and an alternative to coffee.

Keep in mind though that this stimulation may be too much for some people, especially those with no or limited experience with kratom. If you feel agitated or jittery, try a smaller amount or a milder strain such as Green Maeng Da Kratom.

3. Better Mood

Along with more energy and productivity, White Borneo Kratom will also improve your mood. The feeling won’t be as intense and euphoric as what you’d experience after reds such as Red Bali or Red Borneo.

Nonetheless, you’ll get a mood boost strong enough for you to feel more positive about the day ahead of you without looking like you’ve won the lottery or found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

4. Mental Clarity

Another benefit of White Vein Borneo is a clear mind. You will be able to see things clearer and be less distracted by intrusive negative thoughts. More mental clarity can be another contributing factor that will help you get things done.

5. Mild Pain Relief

While White Borneo Kratom won’t be as strong of an analgesic as Red Bali or Red Borneo Kratom, it will provide mild relief with minor pains and aches. However, if pain relief is your main priority and reason for taking kratom, you may want to check out other kratom strains, for instance, Maeng Da or Bali varieties.

White Vein Borneo Kratom Dosage Tips

The exact dosage of White Vein Borneo will vary from person to person. That’s because there are many factors that can affect how your body metabolizes kratom.

These range from your age, weight, and body-weight percentage to factors that are completely out of your control, such as the time of the year and the humidity level.

As a result, be ready for some trial and error when taking kratom.

With whites, lower doses work best. That’s because white strains are energizing and higher doses may provide too much stimulation for some. For many users, the sweet spot with White Borneo Kratom is approximately 3 grams.

Nevertheless, if you’re new to kratom, we advise you to start off with a much lower dose such as 1 gram or 1.5 grams. If you do not experience the desired effects, simply add on another half a gram 30-60 minutes after taking your original done. Repeat that until you’ve reached the effects that you’re looking for.

It can be a good idea to keep a log of your kratom doses. This is especially important if you rotate strains which we actually highly recommend. Different strains have different potency and the dose that works with White Borneo Kratom may not necessarily work with other strains.

We also advise you not to take high doses of White Vein Borneo. Those can be overly stimulating and make you feel jittery or even nauseous.

Other Tips When Taking White Vein Borneo

Another thing to keep in mind is that White Vein Borneo can suppress your appetite and cause you to lose weight. In addition to that, sharp focus and concentration may also make you forget about food. Even if that’s something that you are looking for, make sure that you provide your body with enough fuel.

Therefore, make sure you have healthy snacks like nuts and fruit at hand. This will not only make sure that your body has enough energy to get you through the day but will also prevent you from starving and overeating later on.

Where to Buy White Vein Borneo Kratom?

While kratom is available locally in many locations, most states lack the regulations needed to ensure that kratom they offer is pure and clean of contaminants and adulterants.

Therefore, we always prefer to buy and recommend other kratom lovers to buy kratom online. Thus, you have a higher chance of getting potent, fresh, and high-quality kratom. Reliable online vendors test all their products and do not let any contaminated or otherwise unsafe product to reach the end user.

Have you tried White Borneo Kratom? What effects did you experience? What dose of White Vein Borneo works best for you?

While most kratom powder you can find in the west comes from Indonesia, we can’t forget about its neighbor Malaysia. Kratom is indigenous there too, and one kind specifically has earned significant popularity. That’s Green Malay Kratom.

In fact, Green Malay ranks among the most popular kratom strains among users. Therefore, in the Green Malay Kratom review, we’ll take a look at what makes it such unique and popular strain.

What Is Green Malay Kratom?

Green Malay Kratom comes from Mitragyna speciosa trees native to Malaysia. Similarly to Indonesia, the largest exporter of kratom, Malaysia offers a hot and humid tropical climate that allows kratom trees to thrive.

The leaves of Malay trees, however, are dark green in color, darker than those of other kratom varieties. This happens because slightly different weather conditions allow Malay kratom trees to develop a unique alkaloid content which results in the signature effects of this strain.

What Is Super Green Malay

Traditionally, for even more potent Green Malay effects, farmers picked out the largest Malay kratom leaves. They used them to create what is known as Super Green Malay kratom powder.

The largest leaves are the most mature. Therefore, they’ve had the most exposure to sunlight and have been able to develop a more concentrated alkaloid content.

Unfortunately, nowadays, many use the Super Green Malay name as a marketing gimmick. So, you need to be careful when deciding whom you buy it from. Otherwise, you may end up getting regular Green Malay Kratom or even something completely different.

Green Malay Effects

1. Improved Energy

One of the primary reasons why Green Malay kratom lovers chose this strain is its effects on one’s energy levers. This green strain offers a moderate energy boost, which helps you get through your day.

Users also report feeling increased levels of motivation, which can be excellent on days when you need to handle unpleasant and challenging tasks.

Because the stimulating effects of this strain aren’t as strong as those of whites, Green Malay kratom can be a great strain for beginners or people who’ve not had much experience with kratom.

2. Mild Pain Relief

This strain offers moderate pin relief and can be especially helpful for those who experience chronic pain, migraines, headaches, backache, and osteoporosis. However, it can alleviate other types of pain, as well.

3. Mood Enhancement

Among all the effects of this strain, a potent mood boost may very well be its most prominent one. You may have heard the kratom community refer to it as Green Malay euphoria.

Green Malay Kratom is among the most euphoric kratom strains, and users often report feeling extremely happy after taking it.  That occurs due to a high 7-hydroxymitragynine content that this green vein kratom possesses.

4. Increased Alertness

Green Malay Kratom can enhance your performance at it increases the ability to concentrate and maintain focus. Users also refer to it as relaxed, yet focused buzz.  So, it can make learning, working, and making important decisions much easier.

5. Better Physical Performance

For those who love fitness and exercise, Green Malay can be beneficial too. Since it increases energy, it can make improve physical performance as well. As a result, you can expect to be able to add extra reps to your usual workouts.

6. Anxiety Relief

Green Malay can make you think clearer and focus better, and its euphoric effects can have a positive impact on your mood. This can help stop disruptive thoughts and ease different types of anxiety. If you have difficulty feeling comfortable in social settings ad experience social anxiety, Green Malay can be beneficial, too.

Ceratin types of anxiety can cause ADHD, so it can be effective to use this green kratom for ADHD.

7. Depression Relief

Many kratom lovers report whites not being helpful with depression. They tend to make one agitated and jittery, cause anxiety, and make depression worse. That isn’t the case with Green Malay.

It makes you feel euphoric, yet focused at the same time. This can make it easier to control negative thoughts, thus easing depression.

Green Malay Dosage Tips

To achieve the desired effects of Green Malay Kratom, it’s important to dose it properly. This green is best taken in low to moderate doses.

2-3grams of Green Malay is a great place to start. However, if you are an athlete, have a low body fat percentage or high metabolism, a single gram may be better.

For more experienced users or those looking for more euphoric effects, 4-6 grams can be a suitable dose. However, we always recommend that you begin with a lower dose first. You’ll have an easier time determining what the ideal dose for you is as well as prevent kratom side effects.

Keep in mind though that your kratom dosage requirements will vary depending on various factors such as age, weight, diet, and more.

Make sure to take adequate breaks between your Green Malay doses and rotate strains. This will prevent alkaloid buildup in your body and will make kratom tolerance less likely to occur.

Green Malay Buying Tips

It is crucial to select a trustworthy vendor when buying Green Malay kratom. It has high demand yet isn’t as widely available as some other kratom strains.

Therefore, many vendors simply take any type of green kratom with euphoric effects and label it as Green Malay or Super Green Malay. As a result, there are frequent complaints about Green Malay not being effective.

Have you ever tried Green Malay Kratom? What is your favorite thing about this strain?

The relaxing properties make Red Borneo kratom one of the top kratom strains. Let’s take a look at facts and background as well as Red Borneo effects to see what makes this a bestselling strain.

What Is Red Borneo Kratom?

As you may have already guessed, Red Borneo Kratom hails from the island with the same name.

Borneo is a large island in Southeast Asia. As a matter of fact, Borneo is the third largest island in the world, smaller only than Greenland and New Guinea.

Three countries have ownership over the territory of Borneo. They are Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. The largest section, about 70% of the island, belongs to Indonesia, and that’s where most Borneo kratom comes from.

The climate in Borneo is equatorial. Therefore, it’s always rather warm and humid there. Together with the fertile soil, this makes perfect conditions for Red Borneo kratom to thrive.

While there are kratom farms in Borneo, a lot of it grows in the wild and is harvested from wild trees. However, as long as kratom farmers grow their trees using organic and sustainable practices, you should not feel much of a difference.

Red Borneo Kratom Effects

As a red, this Borneo kratom is a slow strain. It has high levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine, the alkaloid that has strong sedating and analgesic effects. This makes Red Borneo the most sedating kratom strain.

Because of the island’s large size, different areas of Borneo offer different conditions for Borneo kratom. Therefore, the effects of kratom from varying locations of this island won’t be exactly the same.

Below are the most common effects that you can expect from this red kratom strain:

1. Pain Relief

Red Vein Borneo’s properties make it an excellent strain for pain management and relief. It is suitable for dealing with mild, moderate, chronic pain, as well as muscle and joint pain and variety of health conditions such as fibromyalgia, scoliosis, and more.

2. Better Sleep

Red Borneo’s sedating and analgesic effects can help you improve your sleep quality and deal with insomnia. It can relax you, lower your stress and anxiety levels so that it becomes easier for you to fall asleep. Make sure to take it at a relatively same time every day to help your body adapt and over time get used to a regular bedtime.

3. Stress and Anxiety Relief

As a relaxing strain, Red Vein Borneo kratom can help you lower your stress and anxiety levels. In addition to that, it also has euphoric effects which can help you regulate your mood and focus on the positive.

4. Opiate Withdrawal

The main reasons why people take opioids and other prescription drugs are their analgesic and relaxing effects. That’s exactly what you can expect from Red Borneo Kratom. It’s also exponentially safer.

While opioids have a high risk of respiratory depression, kratom does not. Despite having sedative effects, 7-hydroxymitragynine does not cause respiratory depression. That’s because it does not bind with the same receptors in the brain as opioid drugs do.

As a result, Red Borneo Kratom makes an excellent alternative for pain management for those who are willing to transition from opioid use yet still be able to manage their pain.

5. Mood Boost

Red Borneo kratom provides euphoria and improves the mood. This makes it especially effective when it comes to stress and anxiety relief. So, this strain does not only relax you and ease your worries but also makes you feel more positive.

The mood-boosting effects can work well if you experience depression. Though keep in mind that the sedating effects may make you feel lethargic and make matters worse. If that happens, try more moderate strains such as Green Maeng Da kratom which provide the energy that you may be lacking.

Are Red Borneo and Red Bali the Same

Since both varieties of kratom come from the same island, they’re not one and the same.

Since both are reds, Red Borneo and Red Bali are slow strains and are primarily known and used for their pain-relieving effects. Nonetheless, differences apply. Red Bali leaves a larger, so their alkaloid composition differs. As a result, Red Bali strain is more sedating while Red Borneo provides more euphoria.

Red Borneo Kratom Dosage Tips

The effects of Red Borneo last for 4-6 hours on average. Yet, it’s important to purchase quality kratom as that can determine its potency and length of duration. The grind of your powder will affect the duration too. Courser grinds take longer to break down. Therefore, the effects can be slightly longer and steadier.

Since this strain has relaxing and sedative effects, it’s best taken in the afternoon. Otherwise, it may make you feel drowsy and make it harder to get through the day. Nonetheless, if you opt for smaller doses, then you may be able to take it in the morning. Try (best not on an important work day) and see how it works for you.

Dosage Guidelines

The threshold dose for Red Borneo kratom is 1-2 grams. The moderate dose is 3-5 grams, and 5-6 grams is a high dose. 6-8 grams is possible but only recommended for very experienced users.

When it comes to red strains, kratom lovers usually take higher doses. That’s because it normally yields more potent pain-relieving and sedative effects. Yet, that doesn’t mean that you cannot take reds in lower doses. Try and see how you feel.

In addition to that, the effect kratom will have on each individual will depend on a variety of factors such as age, body weight, and activity level. So, if you love staying active, a lower dose may be a more suitable option for you.

If you’re a beginner, we recommend that you do not start off with a higher dose. You risk feeling kratom side effects. Don’t let the news fool you, it won’t be deadly; it’ll simply upset your stomach and not have the best kratom experience.

Trust us with this one and start with the threshold dose instead. If you don’t feel any effects or they are weaker than you’d like them to be, simply add more.

Wait for 30-60 minutes after your initial dose before you do so. Add only 0.5-1 g at a time. Use a digital scale rather than a spoon to do that. You risk measuring your dose incorrectly if you use a spoon. If that’s still not enough, repeat the process as many times as you need.

If you’ve reached 6-8 grams, yet feel no effects, your kratom may not be potent enough.  In can be the case with low-quality vendors and can frequently occur when purchasing locally from vendors who do not specialize in kratom. If kratom’s not working for you, try a different vendor before you give up on it.

Have you tried Red Borneo Kratom? How’s your experience with it been? What do you like the most about this red strain?

For a very long time, humanity viewed our gut simply as a part of our bodies responsible for processing food and eliminating the waste that’s left behind. Yet, an increasing number of scientific studies reveal that our gut is more than just a poop producing mechanism.

Our gut has its own little world inside it, called the microbiota. Formerly known as gut flora, it contains tens of trillions of different microorganisms. That’s about ten times more than the cells that our bodies have.

Our microbiota is so important to our health and wellbeing that it can affect the way we feel, both physically and emotionally. This is why a large number of scientists refer to the gut as our second brain.

Because the gut has such a large impact on our general health and wellbeing, gut issues can be more serious than it may appear on the surface.

One of these gut issues is IBS or irritable bowel syndrome.

What is IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome?)

IBS, also called irritable bowel syndrome or spastic colon, is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine. It’s a chronic condition that affects around 25-45 million of Americans, 2 out of 3 of them being women.

IBS is a functional condition. This means that there is nothing wrong with the gut or its structure, but rather the way it works. Guts affected by IBS are more sensitive than usual, and muscular contractions within the intestines do not work as effectively as they should.

While symptoms may vary, most common irritable bowel symptoms include:

• Abdominal pain and cramps
• Excess gas and bloating
• Food intolerances

IBS symptoms get relieved when a person passes a bowel movement, but not always. Frequently the relief is only partial.

The exact cause of this unpleasant and painful condition is currently unknown, though scientists speculate that it can be a combination of factors such as:

• Inflammation of the intestine
• Abnormal muscle contractions in the intestine
• Abnormalities in how nerves in the gut work
• A severe infection
• Changes in the gut microflora, the good bacteria in the gut

There are periods when symptoms can get worse or better or even disappear entirely. Moreover, factors such as stress, hormonal imbalances, or food can trigger IBS symptoms.

Some people experience IBS with diarrhea, while others have IBS with constipation. However, some people experience alternating diarrhea and constipation.

While IBS is not life-threatening, it can drastically decrease one’s quality of life. In severe instances, it can prevent people from leading their regular lives, such as work, or leave the house for long periods of time. What can make it even worse is doctors dismissing it and calling IBS symptoms psychosomatic.

Common Treatment for IBS

Since the exact cause of irritable bowel syndrome is not yet known, there is no definite cure for it. Most treatment methods focus on relieving the symptoms to improve a person’s quality of life.

Common IBS treatment methods include:

• Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise and more sleep
• Diet changes like drinking more fluids, eating more fiber-rich foods.
• Avoiding trigger foods, gluten, dairy, and high-gas foods like carbonated beverages, coffee, alcohol, and raw fruit.
• Pain medication.
• Fiber supplements.
• Laxatives or anti-diuretic medication
• Anti-depressants
• Alternative stress management techniques like yoga and meditation

There are also a number of medications specifically designed for IBS patients that doctors can prescribe in more severe instances.

Can Kratom Help with IBS?

While it’s not the effect that you may primarily think of, a number of people experience a pleasant side effect of taking kratom – their IBS symptoms disappear or are considerably improved.

Here are a few ways in which kratom for IBS can help:

• Bulk up the stool and help with diarrhea,
• Relieve cramps and abdominal pain
• Relieve stress and anxiety that may trigger IBS
• Improve depression symptoms and the mood
• Help you relax and improve the quality of sleep
• Boost energy and skip coffee or caffeinated beverages
• Help manage appetite and avoid unhealthy meals or snacks

What Kratom Strains Are Best for IBS?

Not all IBS instances are the same. Therefore, what you may need may differ from what someone else may benefit from. Since everyone’s body interacts with kratom differently, there may also be people who do not feel any improvement.

Because of that, evaluate your symptoms and select strains of kratom for IBS symptoms that affect you. Be ready to go through some trial and error while determining the strains that work best for you.

Let’s take a closer look at a few types of kratom for different IBS symptoms:

• Red or green vein kratom for IBS pain: Strains like Red Bali or Red Borneo will provide the most potent pain relief. However, they are also sedating and relaxing. Therefore, they are best to take in the late afternoon and the evening. Green vein strains like Green Malay and Green Maeng Da will be more suitable for the daytime. They will provide mild pain relief, but will not make you sleepy.
• Green vein kratom for energy and clarity of mind: If coffee irritates your stomach, green vein kratom strains can help you have more energy as well as have more clarity of mind. Green kratom can improve focus, helping manage negative or intrusive thoughts. This can help relieve anxiety if that affects you. White kratom strains are the most effective in terms of providing energy, yet you may find them too agitating or irritating. Some people with depression, stress, and anxiety can feel their symptoms worsen.
• Green or red vein kratom for stress and anxiety relief: Green strains are best taken during the day when you need more energy, whereas reds are best for the nighttime.
• Kratom for sleep. Red vein kratom can help you relax and wind down in the evening. Red strains like Red Bali are long-lasting. This can help you fall as well as stay asleep. Faster strains like greens or whites can help you establish a better routine and, by keeping you active and alert, ensure that you are tired when it’s time to go to sleep.
• Green vein kratom for IBS and depression: While kratom will not cure depression, it can make you feel better and have a more optimistic outlook on life, helping you get through your day.

Final Words about Kratom for IBS

Some people report feeling better if they take lower doses of kratom for IBS. That’s because a high intake of kratom can cause kratom constipation if you do not consume plenty of liquids and fiber. Depending on the type of IBS, you may benefit more from green vein kratom for IBS. Greens are taken in lower doses than reds and can be better if constipation bothers you.

Have you taken kratom for IBS? How has it helped you? What strains have you found to be the most helpful for this condition?