I started using growing and using Kratom when I first heard about it. And I first heard about it when I saw a video talking about how the FDA was making noise about banning it.
The first time I ingested any was in capsule form as I was given a few by the lady that I purchased my sapling from. My initial experience was a feeling of wellbeing and the impression that I was doing exactly what I was supposed to be doing. I felt at peace with the universe.
As time went along I experimented with dosage and different ways to take it. I discovered that Kratom is much more effective than aspirin or other analgesics for back pain and is self regulating in that nausea occurs when I took too much.
Eventually, I was convinced that brewing it as, (or with) tea is the best way for me to use it. I have had no feelings of nausea since I have been using it that way.
These days I use two to three teaspoons of powder in a half gallon of tea which also contains fresh cannabis leaves, fresh catnip, a whole lemon peel, a micro dose of psilocybin and a bunch of honey. That usually last me two days. Three if I am not in much pain.
Bottom line is that my life is better since I discovered Kratom. It, like so many other natural substances is truly a gift that when used with respect and gratitude helps people. How dare the government or anyone try to prevent or impede people from having access to this plant.