Kratom powder for anxiety – Strains and dosages help you the most

Over 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety disorders every year. One’s quality of life is greatly reduced by excessive worrying, muscle tension, fatigue, and irritability. While therapy and medications are common treatments, some people have turned to natural alternatives like kratom to help manage anxiety. 

How could kratom powder help with anxiety? 

There are a few ways kratom powder helps with anxiety according to anecdotal user reports:

• Naturally occurring compounds in kratom called alkaloids interact with opioid receptors in the central nervous system which influences mood, anxiety, and sedation. It promotes relaxation and elevates mood.
• Smaller doses of the kratom serve as a stimulant by releasing adrenaline and dopamine which boost energy, motivation, and feelings of well-being.
• The calming and sedative effects of kratom at higher doses ease anxiety, muscle tension, restlessness, and insomnia.
• By alleviating some anxiety symptoms, kratom powder allows people to address the underlying cause of their issues through therapy and making lifestyle changes. Kratom is not a cure on its own.

Most Effective Kratom Strains for Anxiety

• Red vein – Red kratom strains like Red Bali, Red Borneo, and Red Maeng Da have a very tranquilizing and analgesic effect at moderate to high doses. Red kratom contains high levels of 7-Hydroxymitragynine which is responsible for its sedative, painkilling, and anti-anxiety effects.
• Green vein – At low to moderate doses, Green Vein kratom strains like Green Malay provide mild pain relief as well as nootropic effects like boosted focus and motivation which help distract from anxious thoughts. Many have reported Green Malay helping with social anxiety.
• White vein – Energizing White Vein strains the best kratom for anxiety relief at lower doses for those prone to fatigue, depression, and overthinking. White Vein kratom varieties like White Sumatra provide stimulating effects that elevate mood, ease brain fog and make it easier to handle stressful situations.

What is the ideal kratom dosage for managing anxiety?

Kratom dosing depends on several factors – body chemistry, whether it’s taken on an empty or full stomach, if other substances were consumed etc. Lower doses tend to be more stimulating while higher doses have more sedative anti-anxiety effects. For anxiety relief, most recommend keeping kratom doses under 5 grams, especially just starting. Experts suggest adjusting your dose up or down incrementally to find your sweet spot dose where just enough stimulation or sedation helps temper anxiety without more extreme side effects like nausea or the “wobbles”.

• 1 to 3 grams – excellent for beginners and those who want to remain vigilant. May provide a light mood boost, feel more relaxed yet focused with less social anxiety when taken occasionally. 
• 2 to 4 grams – ideal anxiolytic dose for most seeking daily relief from moderate anxiety, stress, or insomnia. Reported to ease tension, quiet mental chatter, and promote calm without excessive fatigue.
• 3 to 5 grams – higher doses are still sometimes used for severe cases under the supervision of an experienced doctor. Can sedate, numb emotions, or dull thinking if used regularly. Higher risk of building a tolerance or becoming dependent.

Start low, go slow, and pay attention to how your mind and body respond. Keep track of your dosage, times taken, and any side effects. It’s best to take occasional breaks from kratom as well.