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What is kratom, and is it legal in Sonoma Valley?

by Content Partner • February 1, 2020

By Austin Dease

There are many different parts of the world where herbs are found in abundance. One such part where herbs rampantly grow throughout the year is Southeast Asia. In the heart of Southeast Asia grows a tropical tree called kratom, which is famous for all the wrong reasons. It has strong roots in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Papua New Guinea. For many years, its leaves have been used as a medicine, but modern science doesn’t approve of its use as a suitable drug.

Doctors believe kratom leaves have some special ingredients, which have the same properties as opioid painkillers. This way, they can create a euphoric effect on the brain. However, since kratom is far less researched as compared to its contemporaries, nothing concrete can be said about this plant.

How is kratom Used?

Hundreds of years ago, kratom leaves would be boiled and chewed or used in cooking food. In today’s day and age, there are multiple ways to consume this plant. People smoke it like tobacco and marijuana, whereas a large part of the kratom fans consume it in the form of pills, powder, and raw plant. Keep in mind, kratom has a different effect on every dose. Low doses can make you feel more energetic whereas high doses can cause hallucinations and drowsiness.

Kratom has several side effects such as itching, dry mouth, liver damage, hallucinations, dizziness, muscle tremors, and sweating. This is the reason why this herb is illegal in many parts of the world. A lot of vendors like kratom crazy, katbotanicals and big daddy smoke sell this herb online to escape any legal problem with the state.

Is kratom legal in Sonoma Valley?

Sonoma is a historic city in California, which is famous for its cultural heritage. Although it is a small city, it is rich in different hotels, restaurants, bars etc. You will be surprised to learn that kratom is legal in nearly all of California, except for San Diego. Unfortunately, kratom is listed as a drug, which is why every state has a different take on it. California is known for its friendly attitude with life and people, which is why the state doesn’t observe strict policies on such stuff.

Where to buy kratom in Sonoma Valley?

If you want to try kratom for the first time and don’t have the hands-on experience of buying it in Sonoma, you better buy it online. Despite it being legal, kratom always finds itself engaged with legal troubles throughout the year. Many protesters often hound the plant during election seasons to win the public’s best interest. However, kratom fans demand the government to treat it as a plant and nothing else. Several deaths because of kratom overdose have been recorded. That is why it is better to keep away from this plant.

There are a handful of shops where it is available, but if you’re new in town, you must ask locals to guide you to a discrete vendor.

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Filed Under: Opinion II

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