Kratom is currently in a legal grey area in most countries. In the United States, the DEA is still debating on whether or not kratom should be legal, and individual states have their own laws ranging from complete prohibition to unrestricted use.

Is CBD better than kratom?

It depends on what you’re using CBD for. CBD may be better than kratom for specific types of pain and some other health issues but more research is needed.

What about kava vs. kratom for pain?

Kava is another popular herb used to relieve stress, anxiety, insomnia, and pain. Although kava seems to be non-addictive, ²³ it’s best known for relieving anxiety and there’s little research evidence for its pain-relieving effects.

Kratom has been reported to cause serious side effects, such as seizures, hypoventilation, and hallucinations. It may also interact with some medications. Having said that, these effects are rare and usually associated with large doses.