Kratom use and serious health problems linked to it have risen dramatically across the United States over the past decade. Poison center reports jumped from just 19 cases in 2010 to more than 1,200 in 2023, while severe outcomes—including life-threatening complications, disability, and death—also climbed sharply. Researchers warn that kratom can trigger seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, liver damage, and breathing problems, with risks potentially increasing when it is combined with other drugs.

Kratom use and serious health problems linked to it have risen dramatically across the United States over the past decade. Poison center reports jumped from just 19 cases in 2010 to more than 1,200 in 2023, while severe outcomes—including life-threatening complications, disability, and death—also climbed sharply. Researchers warn that kratom can trigger seizures, abnormal heart rhythms, liver damage, and breathing problems, with risks potentially increasing when it is combined with other drugs.

  • EntheoNaut@lemmy.ml
    3·
    1 day ago

    With hot water and vanilla stevia I’ve grown to like the taste, it’s palatable and I’m accustomed to it.

      • EntheoNaut@lemmy.ml
        3·
        1 day ago

        Yes it can be bad if overdone. That’s why I’m very specific and know my measure precisely, 4 drops only. Any more and it does that flavor that you hate.

        • naeap@sopuli.xyz
          2·
          23 hours ago

          Hm… For now I’ll stick with my proofed honey, but maybe it’s really the dosage, because I only know Stevia from ready meals and stuff.

          Maybe I’ll look into it, thanks for the inspiration :⁠-⁠)