{"id":181,"date":"2019-01-11T10:21:29","date_gmt":"2019-01-11T10:21:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/?p=181"},"modified":"2020-11-03T16:13:11","modified_gmt":"2020-11-03T16:13:11","slug":"whats-the-best-way-to-take-kratom-choosing-your-method","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/whats-the-best-way-to-take-kratom-choosing-your-method\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Way to Take Kratom? \u2013 Choosing Your Method"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mitragyna speciosa<\/a> (Kratom): the tropical tree, cousin of coffee, botanical bad-ass. You can purchase kratom in many forms, and today we\u2019re going to go over most of them and point out some pros and cons for each one.<\/p>\n

\"\"Loose Leaf & Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Loose leaf kratom could be considered the most traditional way to partake. Before being processed for export, the leaves are deveined and dried. It\u2019s best to use human hands to crush the leaves, which will be an easy task if the leaves were dried properly. It\u2019s at this stage we have what\u2019s typically called \u201ccrushed leaf,\u201d a popular way to buy kratom<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making tea<\/a> is definitely the most enjoyable way to consume loose kratom leaf. You can also chew it, but I suggest this only if you bear an affinity for raw bitter flavor. I would also recommend chewing on a whole leaf (if you feel the need to chew something), not littering your mouth perfectly good tea leaves.<\/p>\n

Oftentimes leaves are placed directly in simmering water and strained out after around 20 minutes of steeping. Now that you\u2019re familiar with the preparation, let\u2019s see those pros and cons!<\/p>\n

Pros<\/span><\/h6>\n

– Straining out the leaves means not ingesting as much plant matter, which may be easier on your stomach.<\/p>\n

– You can add your own ingredients – including sweeteners like honey – to the tea, making for an individually designed aroma and flavor.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/span><\/h6>\n

– Sometimes we simply don\u2019t have 10-20 minutes to make tea.<\/p>\n

– Depending on the actual flavor of the leaf, the bitterness can be hard to mask.<\/p>\n

Click here to browse our catalog of Kratom leaf and powder products now!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Powder & Capsules<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Undoubtedly the most efficient way for the majority of people to take kratom, powder<\/a> has become the top family of products in the industry.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s easier to buy kratom in bulk<\/a>, and the ways you can prepare powdered kratom are endless. Just like loose leaf, you can brew tea or garnish a dish with it. What makes powder more easily consumed in food over leaf, however, is that it mixes with other ingredients better. Try adding it to your yogurt, smoothies, and salad dressings!<\/p>\n

Pros<\/span><\/h6>\n

– In most cases it will be cheaper than other forms of kratom.<\/p>\n

– Capsules make for effortless consumption and storage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

– Super versatile \u2013 you can choose to put it into capsules yourself, mix into other foods or leave as-is.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/span><\/h6>\n

– Ingesting a lot of plant matter.<\/p>\n

– Finely ground powders are harder to neatly contain and measure.<\/p>\n

Click here to browse our catalog of Kratom capsule products now!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Extracts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Using extracts to distill the singular qualities of herbs and spices is one of the oldest natural sciences in the world. With modern technology, we\u2019ve been able to advance the production of such concoctions, creating concentrated versions of our favorite botanicals \u2013 kratom included!<\/p>\n

Full Spectrum Kratom, occasionally also labeled as FST<\/a>, is a way to use kratom that is popular with those who require an even more convenient intake method. What makes these set of options unique is the extraction method. Liquid extracts utilize ethanol, water, or C02 solvents, then alkaloids are pulled from the plants to create a potent concentrate, then blended with other natural flavors. Don\u2019t hesitate to ask us about which ones are available to you if avoiding alcohol is a priority.<\/p>\n

There are also many kinds of powdered Kratom extracts which use one of these solvents, but the liquid is evaporated out, leaving a dry powder that contains only the desired alkaloid content. We stock a variety of powdered extracts and enhanced kratom products.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/span><\/h6>\n

– The easiest method of intake for many. Dissolves easily in other liquids.<\/p>\n

– Higher alkaloid content, meaning using less product and saving more for later!<\/p>\n

– Since extracts = more alkaloids in lower volume, you\u2019ll probably consume less.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/span><\/h6>\n

– Since extracts are concentrations of certain alkaloids, other elements of the raw plant are missing that some people like.<\/p>\n

Click here to browse our catalog of Kratom extract products now!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Tablets & Gum<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For on-the-go and discrete consumption, people might turn to tablets and\/or gum. Kratom tablets<\/a> are usually (and hopefully) made using high-pressure machinery to press the kratom powder tightly. This procedure means the final product will lack additives such as bonding agents.<\/p>\n

Then there\u2019s kratom gum. Those who choose kratom in gum form simply have a preference I suppose. Almost all gums of any kind will have additives, and kratom gum is no exception.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/span><\/h6>\n

– If you repackage the products yourself, it\u2019s a discreet and mobile option.<\/p>\n

– If you know your favorite serving size, taking pre-pressed kratom is an easy way to measure.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/span><\/h6>\n

– Even if a company advertises natural methods and no additives, it\u2019s unfortunately not always the truth. Tablets could contain bonding agents and chemically-added flavors. Contact your vendor with any questions.<\/p>\n

Closing<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s quickly review: Leaf, powder, capsules, extracts, tablets, and gum. That\u2019s a pretty solid roster to choose from. The best part is that you never have to be tied down to one option; in fact, I recommend switching it up every now and then to spice up your life.<\/p>\n

At Kraken Kratom, we carry leaf, powder, extracts, and capsules for you to choose from. Accessories<\/a> are also available for purchase if you feel like being creative and making your own capsules and bagging your own tea. We are definitely open to carrying other products if our customers are looking for something new, so let us know if you’d like to see something we don’t yet have. Don\u2019t be afraid to reach out to us via social media or customer support if you have any suggestions!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Tea, capsules, and extracts, oh my! With so many different ways to enjoy kratom, choosing the right one(s) should be stress-free. We\u2019re here to make that easier for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":151,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[5],"tags":[29,28,10,30,31,27,26],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=181"}],"version-history":[{"count":38,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1172,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/181\/revisions\/1172"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/151"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=181"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=181"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/krakenkratom.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}