Kratom Blog by Sebastian D. Guthery

What Does Organic Food Mean for You and Your Health? : In recent years, people around the world have become more concerned with the substances that enter their bodies. From pharmaceuticals to foods, consumer awareness of potentially harmful additives has given rise to new ways of thinking about the things we ingest. Organic foods represent a huge market as people clamor to eat healthier than ever before? What does the word “organic” mean, and how can organic foods benefit you and your health? In this article, we’ll look at organic foods, addressing some of the many ways that these foods can support a healthier, happier lifestyle. The Origin of Organic Foods The word “organic” goes back centuries in the world of chemistry. In chemical terms, organic simply refers to a molecule containing carbon atoms. The term “organic farming” was created by Lord Northbourne in his book Look to the Land , and was used to flesh out the concept of a farming system where ecological balance was key. I...

The Legal Kratom Timeline : For centuries, native populations in Southeast Asia have relied on a natural ethnobotanical substance known as kratom. This substance, derived from the leaves of a tree closely related to coffee, has been used as a health remedy to combat fatigue, reduce anxiety, and to control pain. In the United States, kratom use has skyrocketed, with millions of users reporting significant health benefits from using the substance, says Sebastian Guthery .  What is Kratom? Kratom is the name for the powdered leaves of the Mitrgyna speciosa tree, a tropical evergreen related to coffee. It is indigenous to several Southeast Asian countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Papua New Guinea. The plant contains two powerful chemical compounds, mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. The kratom leaves are powdered and taken orally or made into a tea-like preparation. This ethnobotanical has both analgesic and stimulant properties, depending on dosage. In lower doses, kra...