Rachel Carlson

Rachel Carlson, a dedicated producer and reporter on scientific topics, dives into the controversial world of kratom and its active component, 7-OH. She explores kratom’s origins and its diverse retail forms, while shedding light on the recent FDA concerns regarding its classification and potential health risks. Carlson discusses how kratom affects mood, the addiction risks linked to 7-OH, and the safety issues surrounding possible contaminants. She weighs the ethical dilemmas of kratom use against the backdrop of public health and regulation.