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Kratom 101

In this episode, we sit down with Adam J. Gordon, MD MPH FACP DFASAM, to explore the world of kratom (whether you say kray-tom or krah-tom). Adam walks us through the history of kratom, what it is, its potential benefits and risks, and why it has become such a hot topic today.

Resources from this episode:

‘Gas station heroin’ ban passes Utah Legislature - The Salt Lake Tribune
Kratom: What You Need to Know About This “Natural” Opioid - University of Utah Health

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