Kratom, a widely available and popular herbal supplement that’s used for energy and to treat pain and anxiety, poses “risks of addiction, abuse and dependence,” according to the FDA. | CBS Evening News

The kratom withdrawal symptoms they see are similar to those of opioid addiction, including increased blood pressure and heart rate, agitation, nausea, organ damage, and hallucinations. There’s also a greater risk for seizures, heart attacks, coma, and death, she adds. | Boca Recovery Center