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Does Kratom Show Up on a Drug Test? What You Need to Know

Does Kratom Show Up on a Drug Test? What You Need to Know

by DJ Chiasson | Apr 23, 2026 | Sobriety

If you are reading this, chances are you have a test coming up. Or you are helping someone who does. And the big question is pretty simple. Does kratom show up on a drug test? Most of the time, no. Not on the standard panels people usually get for work, probation, or...
Kratom and the Brain: Understanding the Risk of Opioid-Like Dependency

Kratom and the Brain: Understanding the Risk of Opioid-Like Dependency

by DJ Chiasson | Apr 21, 2026 | substance abuse

Kratom has this reputation that makes it tricky to talk about. Some people treat it like a harmless plant. Others call it a legal opioid. And most folks who try it are somewhere in the middle, just looking for relief. From pain. From anxiety. From withdrawals. From a...
How to Quit Kratom Safely: Tapering vs. Medical Detox

How to Quit Kratom Safely: Tapering vs. Medical Detox

by DJ Chiasson | Mar 30, 2026 | Addiction

If you are reading this, you probably already know the frustrating part. Kratom can start out feeling helpful. Energy. Mood. Pain. Focus. Then at some point it flips on you and it is not really a choice anymore. It is just… maintenance. And quitting sounds simple...
“Natural” Supplements: Is Kratom Safe for Long-Term Use?

“Natural” Supplements: Is Kratom Safe for Long-Term Use?

by DJ Chiasson | Mar 23, 2026 | Addiction

Why kratom’s “natural” label can be misleading Kratom gets marketed like a wellness product. A leaf. A plant. Something you scoop into a smoothie and move on with your day. But “natural” does not automatically mean “safe”, especially when it turns into daily use, or...
Kratom vs. Opioids: Comparing Withdrawal, Risks, and Recovery

Kratom vs. Opioids: Comparing Withdrawal, Risks, and Recovery

by DJ Chiasson | Mar 19, 2026 | Addiction

Why people compare kratom and opioids People usually do not compare kratom to, say, caffeine or CBD. They compare it to opioids. And the reason is pretty straightforward. Kratom can “feel” opioid-like for some people. Relief. Calm. Less pain. Less withdrawal. A little...
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