As drinking rates continue to decline, alcohol-free buzz-inducing products are crowding shelves. Experts say science is still ...

In Tennessee, an impending legislative battle looms over Kratom, a controversial substance tied to both therapeutic use and ...

Mitra9 says that its drinks can improve your mood and boost your energy. They contain kratom, an herbal supplement that's banned in some parts of the United States. (Photo Illustration: Yahoo News; ...

The California Department of Public Health is reminding consumers and retailers that products containing kratom or ...

Tekoa Williams crafts beverages at The Root Kava Co. in Boulder. Courtesy: The Root During a visit to the convenience store, customers expect to find shelves stocked with snacks and sugary drinks. But ...

Some Tennessee state lawmakers are pushing to ban a popular substance found at gas stations and smoke shops.The bill would prohibit all forms of kratom from bei ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Some hail it as a miracle for beating opioid addiction, but it’s banned in some other states and countries; Kratom is causing concern in an Orlando emergency room as more patients are ...

Despite its reputation as a harmless, natural pain reliever, kratom, an increasingly popular psychoactive herb, is linked to dependence and withdrawal symptoms, as well as dangerous side effects. In ...

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The California Department of Public Health, in conjunction with partner agencies, issued a warning about kratom and 7-OH products in mid-January. Though widely available at smoke shops, gas station ...

A 12 oz. can of Mitra9 looks just like any other new-age drink. Marketed towards the sober-curious, a company spokesperson says Mitra9 fits a range of needs and their drinks are favored by “wellness ...