Kratom powder, made from the leaves of the Southeast Asian Mitragyna speciosa tree, is most commonly consumed using a few simple methods aimed at balancing convenience with tolerability. Many users prefer the “toss and wash” technique, placing a measured dose of powder on the tongue and quickly washing it down with water, while others brew it into tea, simmering the powder before straining to soften its naturally bitter taste.
For those sensitive to flavor, mixing kratom into yogurt, smoothies, or juice can mask the bitterness, and capsules offer a pre-measured option at the cost of needing multiple pills per dose. More concentrated extracts are also available but should be approached cautiously and started at very low amounts due to their potency. For a full breakdown of methods, dosing, and strain types, see the original Yahoo Life guide.
