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    FDA Warns About Dangers Of 'Natural' Opioid Kratom

    The Food and Drug Administration says there's not enough proof that the herbal supplement kratom works for opioid withdrawal and other conditions. It also says kratom can cause health problems.
    by Rob Stein Nov 14, 2017 1 minute
    The herbal supplement kratom is marketed as a treatment for a wide variety of health problems.

    Federal health officials Tuesday issued a warning about kratom, a herbal product being promoted as a safe alternative to opioids for pain that is also marketed for treating

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