COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – A plant native to Southeast Asia is gaining popularity in the U.S., including in Colorado.
Kratom is marketed as everything from a relaxing herbal supplement to an ingredient in energy drinks.
Some people say kratom helps manage chronic pain or even supports recovery from addiction. But some health experts warn the plant can also be addictive and potentially dangerous, particularly in concentrated or chemically altered forms…