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Kentucky health officials say kratom products pose risk of serious health risks

The leaves from the kratom tree -- which is native to Southeast Asia -- are often made into a variety of products such as drinks, pills, teas, gummies, and more.

Kentucky health officials have issued a warning about the risks associated with kratom products, highlighting that these substances, derived from a tropical tree in Southeast Asia, can lead to serious health issues including addiction, seizures, and death. The alert comes in response to a rise in calls to Kentucky's poison control centers related to kratom, with the state's Department for Public Health emphasizing that kratom is not regulated by the FDA and its safety and effectiveness remain unproven. The officials are urging the public to be cautious and consider the potential dangers, as kratom is often marketed as a natural remedy for pain relief and opioid withdrawal but can have severe side effects.

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https://www.wdrb.com/news/kentucky-health-officials-say-kratom-products-pose-risk-of-serious-health-risks/article_7084f167-8200-458c-a08d-922df7ffaec2.html