Casey Grover, MD, FACEP

Addiction Medicine Made Easy

Casey Grover, MD, FACEP, FASAM

  • Kratom: What Someone Who Uses it (and Loves it) Thinks About it

Kratom: What Someone Who Uses it (and Loves it) Thinks About it

Monday 6th January 2025

Dr. Casey Grover explores the complexities of kratom with Matthew Lowe from the Global Kratom Coalition.
50 minutes
Informative
Eye-opening
Educational
Honest
Supportive

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Addiction Medicine Made Easy
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Kratom: An Insider's Perspective

Episode Overview

  • Kratom has both benefits and risks.
  • Accurate labeling is crucial for consumer safety.
  • Word-of-mouth and the internet play significant roles in kratom discovery.
  • The medical community needs better education on kratom.
  • Regulation is necessary to ensure safe consumption.
Kratom can be a wonderful substance if used responsibly, but it’s important to walk into the kratom journey with your eyes wide open
In this episode of Addiction Medicine Made Easy, Dr. Casey Grover dives into the world of kratom, a controversial substance that’s gaining popularity. Featuring Matthew Lowe from the Global Kratom Coalition, this episode offers a balanced view on kratom’s benefits and risks. Matthew shares his personal experiences and insights as both a user and advocate for kratom, shedding light on the complexities of this substance.
They discuss how kratom is discovered through word-of-mouth and the internet, its rising popularity, and the importance of accurate labeling and consumer education. Dr. Grover also touches on the medical community’s challenges in dealing with kratom and the need for better regulation to ensure safety. The conversation is both informative and eye-opening, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of kratom and its impact.
If you’re curious about kratom or want to know more about its dual nature, this episode is a must-listen.