Have you ever heard that joke of adults needing their morning coffee in order to function for the rest of the day? Well, it’s no surprise that many thinks of coffee as a necessity considering 150 million Americans drink coffee, with an average of three cups per day.
But joking aside, this highlights how millions of adults have become dependent on coffee (or more specifically, the caffeine in coffee) for them to get the energy boost they need to get through their day. And not only is this dependency concerning, but it can lead to negative long-term effects on your physical and mental health.
This is why kratom has been the growing choice for many Americans looking to break their caffeine dependency. If you’re thinking of taking kratom as a caffeine replacement, here’s what you need to know.
Kratom And Coffee Beans Are Related
The Mitragyna speciosa, more commonly known as the kratom tree, belongs to the Rubiaceae family – more commonly known as coffee. So, while kratom has a different genus and species, it shares some similarities with its more popular relative.
Like kratom, coffee contains alkaloids that can have an effect on your nervous system leading to physical and behavioral effects. In fact, one study observed a parallel between taking coffee and kratom: both are used to stay alert, improve your performance, and enhance your mood.
Long-Term Health Effects Of Caffeine
However, one main difference between kratom and your average cup of coffee is caffeine. In the short term, small doses of caffeine can make you more alert, energetic, and focused. But too much, and you can start to feel physical shaking, agitation, and restlessness. And if you’re looking at long-term effects, this can include anxiety, chronic insomnia, gastrointestinal problems, and even high blood pressure.
And if you find yourself reaching the point where you cannot properly function without having some coffee and then drinking multiple cups throughout the day, you may have already developed a dependency or addiction to coffee. It might even reach the point where you’re drinking coffee not to stay awake, but to avoid the symptoms of caffeine withdrawal.
Kratom: The Caffeine-Free Alternative
Many adults are recognizing kratom as a better alternative to coffee for many reasons. First, while kratom is related to coffee, it provides similar effects with more potency and without the caffeine. It can provide stimulating effects without the need for caffeine, thereby avoiding the long-term effects of caffeine consumption while still having the energy to go through everyday tasks.
Second, a few grams of kratom gives the potency to provide what multiple cups of coffee can. As long as you’re buying quality kratom powder or capsules online, you can be sure of its potency to last you the better part of the day.
Third, while kratom can lead to a dependency if misused (similar to coffee and other pharmaceuticals), it gives users the alternative choice which they can use responsibly. Many local governments have banned the sale and use of kratom within their state as they believe it can cause an addiction (although, surprisingly, have not made any regulations on coffee which is just as addicting). We promote responsible kratom usage within our community, and with potent kratom, we are providing our customers with the choice of a product that can both stimulate and relax a user.
Starting Your Day, Sans Caffeine
Imagine having to start your day without coffee. Rather than making yourself a cup of joe, you can take a small dose of kratom to give you the energy boost you need that will last you the better part of the day. Depending on the strain you pick, you can experience the benefits of coffee, plus more, including:
- Elevated mood
- Increased focus
- Improved motivation
- Better productivity
- Temporary pain relief
While coffee and kratom do have their similarities, coffee cannot provide the added short and long-term benefits that kratom can have on your body.
Ready To Kick The Caffeine Habit?
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