Florida university leads kratom research; 1.7M Americans aged 12+ used it in 2021, primarily for recreation, anxiety/depression, with questions on addiction and legality.
A Florida university is leading kratom research, with 1.7 million Americans 12 and older using the plant-based substance in 2021, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health. About one-third of users consume kratom for recreational purposes, finding it to be a better alternative to coffee, while another third use it to manage anxiety and depression. Despite the growing user base, questions remain regarding the substance's potential for addiction and its legality.
May 09, 2024
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