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A Guide To Honey Color, Sweetness, & Our New Product!

September 23, 2022

Honey is just honey, right? What more is there to know?

Many people feel that you know what it’s all about once you’ve had honey. In reality, there’s a lot to be learned about honey! It comes in many different varieties, colors, and flavors depending on how the bees make it. The reasoning of “why” bees make honey may even be unfamiliar to you.

How exactly do bees make honey, and what does that have to do with our kratom products? Today, let’s learn all about honey, the bees that make it, and kratom honey sticks. That’s right; we’ve launched a honey stick for kratom fans like you.

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Get To Know Yellow Vein Kratom (And How It’s Unique)

June 30, 2021

What do you know about the different color types of Kratom strains? Did you know that beyond the more common red, white, and green strains there is also yellow vein Kratom? Unlike the others, however, the color name does not always reflect the appearance of the leaves. Learning about Kratom colors and where each strain […]

Strain Comparison: Why Are There Different Kratom Colors?

June 3, 2021

Most plants develop into many varieties out of a single species. Just as there are different types of lilies that might grow in your garden, different kratom types grow in the world. Variation in how the plants grow, where they grow, and how they are harvested leads to various kratom strains appearing on the market.

What is Kratom Resin & How Is It Made?

May 4, 2021

Kratom resin is a type of Kratom extract. While there are several types of extracts, Kratom resin stands out. It’s thick, sticky, and dense.

What is Kratom resin made of? It’s basically a processed, concentrated form of Kratom’s best alkaloids and other bioactive compounds. Since these compounds are what give Kratom its characteristic effects, Kratom resin is powerful.

What’s The Difference Between Kratom Powder & Kratom Extract?

April 14, 2021

Once Kratom is grown and harvested, the leaves go through a cycle to become the powder that most enthusiasts are familiar with. Kratom vendors process their products in multiple ways to create the unique and varied lineup available for sale today.

Fair Trade Practices In The Kratom Industry

January 13, 2021

Fair trade practices are standard in many worldwide industries. Coffee and chocolate manufacturers, for example, may find that acting in accordance with fair trade groups is in the best interests of their business and the industry at large.

How Does Kratom Benefit Local Economies Around The World?

September 29, 2020

Every single customer that buys a kratom product is not only supporting the business that they are buying from, but they are also supporting a variety of other businesses as well. Kratom as an industry supports small businesses on many levels. From local to national to international, let’s take a look at how the industry supports these businesses.

What We Say: How and Why Kratom Advertising Is Restricted

September 15, 2020

Let’s talk about kratom, kratom labeling, and how advocacy organizations are working to improve the misinformation surrounding kratom. How exactly do these restrictions come into play, and why aren’t we fighting against them?

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Understanding Kratom: Kratom Alkaloids Explained

September 1, 2020

While only a few kratom alkaloids are well known even among veteran consumers, kratom is actually made up of more than 40 alkaloids – and counting! What are these kratom alkaloids, and what types of effects are they being studied for? Learning more about these alkaloids can help you better understand the myriad of ways kratom may be further developed and used. Let’s take a closer look!

Kratom Pronunciation Debate: Krah-tom, Kray-tom and More?

August 18, 2020

It’s a common experience to have. Kratom advocates and consumers often feel self-conscious about the way that they are pronouncing the word. Since there are different opinions on what pronunciation is the right way to say kratom, it’s hard even to find out if you have it “right” or “wrong.” What is this debate all about, and how should you pronounce kratom? Let’s talk about it!

Kratom: What Is It & Who Uses It?

May 8, 2019

Are you new to the world of Kratom? Unsure about what Kratom really is and what it can do for you? Today, we’re going to help you clear up that confusion so you can get a better understanding of this botanical, its current status, and the ways people use it.

5 Reasons We Think You’ll Love Kratom Capsules

May 1, 2019

Have you ever considered using Kratom capsules instead of brewing tea? Using capsules isn’t a new thing, but it is something that many Kratom users haven’t yet explored. Kratom capsules are very convenient, and that’s the main reason we recommend giving them a try!

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Cheap Kratom (And How Regulation Could Help)

April 24, 2019

Everybody loves a good deal, but when you find a Kratom seller that is consistently priced far below market value, you would be right to be suspicious. As Kratom becomes more popular, more sellers are releasing untested and dangerous products.

What Kratom Companies Can’t Say (And How You Can Help Change That)

April 19, 2019

If you’re a Kratom consumer, you’re probably familiar with the ways that Kratom companies have to be careful about what they say and do, due to restrictions they must adhere to when it comes to talking about Kratom consumption and effects.

How Product Labeling Works In The Kratom Industry

April 16, 2019

In our industry there are few official regulations around product labeling. That leaves it up to companies like ours here at Left Coast Kratom to self-regulate what is included on products labels and why. Today, we’ll explain our mentality & why labels matter so much – especially for Kratom products.

Choosing The Perfect Strain of Kratom For You

April 12, 2019

Whether you’re brand new to the world of Kratom powder or you have been using the same one over and over again with relative success, you might be curious about the greater options that the Kratom market has to offer.

Kratom: How To Store Your Powder To Keep Fresh

April 3, 2019

You have all of this Kratom at home, but do you have any idea if you are storing it correctly? Here’s what you need to know about Kratom storage solutions that you can use at home.

Georgia One Step Closer to Passing Kratom Consumer Protection Act

March 29, 2019

Great news from the American Kratom Association! The Georgia State Senate passed the Kratom Consumer Protection Act unanimously with a vote of 50-0. The bill now goes to the Governor’s desk, where it will be signed into law.

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Utah’s Governor Signs Kratom Consumer Protection Act

March 27, 2019

In a victory for both kratom consumers and the kratom industry, Utah became the first state to pass the Kratom Consumer Protection Act when Governor Gary Herbert signed it into law this week.

Why Left Coast Kratom? It’s All About GMP

March 25, 2019

Left Coast Kratom is proud to participate in the American Kratom Association’s GMP Program and to comply with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) to keep our products pure and our customers safe. Learn about some of the recent improvements we’ve implemented!

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