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While kratom’s nutrition facts haven’t been extensively studied, it’s known to contain several essential nutrients, including:
Antioxidants: The herb’s polyphenols and flavonoids may protect the body against oxidative stress and free radical damage.
Minerals: Kratom has small amounts of essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
Vitamins: It also contains trace amounts of vitamins C and B2 (riboflavin).
Here’s an overview of its nutritional profile:
Sodium: <0.1 mg
Iron: 0.5 mg
Calcium: 13.2 mg
Potassium: 18.5 mg
Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
Protein: 0.2 g
Fats: <0.1 g
Kratom isn’t consumed as a food source because it holds no significant nutritional value. Instead, it’s typically used as a supplement or traditional medicine for potential health benefits.
Mitragyna speciosa doesn’t contain significant calories and isn’t consumed as a food source. A teaspoon of powder or a two-gram serving reportedly contains only 7.4 calories.
When cooking with kratom, specific foods or snacks may contain ingredients with higher caloric values, like sugar or honey.
Carbohydrates, protein, and fat are the three main macronutrients in food. They’re commonly found in fruits, vegetables, and grains and break down into glucose, which the body uses for energy.
It’s difficult to determine the exact carbohydrate content of kratom without more detailed studies and research. Mitragyna speciosa is a plant-based supplement without sugar or starch, so the carbohydrate content is negligible.
There are 13 essential vitamins that the body needs to function properly, including vitamins A, C, D, E, K, and B.
There’s currently little scientific evidence on the number of micronutrients in kratom. It may be similar to other plants with a comparable composition and include:
Vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, B6, C, E, and K1 Calcium, potassium, and phosphorus Iron, magnesium, and zinc Sodium
Fiber can be placed in one of two categories. Soluble fiber dissolves in water easily, while insoluble fiber passes through the digestive tract moderately intact. Both are essential for maintaining digestive health and promoting regularity.
The Mitragyna speciosa plant isn’t commonly known for its fiber content. While it contains some nutrients, there’s limited information available about the fiber content of kratom. However, the leaves may contain small amounts of dietary fiber like many plant-based foods.
Kratom leaves may contain several micronutrients:
Vitamin C: An antioxidant that supports the immune system and helps with iron absorption.
Calcium: A mineral for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth.
Iron: An essential nutrient for transporting oxygen throughout the body.
Potassium: A vital mineral for maintaining healthy blood pressure and fluid balance.
The nutritional content varies depending on the specific strain, the growing conditions, and the harvesting methods used.