Millions of people drink coffee, tea, and other caffeinated beverages every day…and millions of people take kratom. Therefore, there’s bound to be some overlap. As a coffee drinker and kratom user, I enjoy the combination every day. In fact, when used together, they can promote synergistic effects that are highly beneficial depending on what results you are looking for.
Keep reading to learn about the similarities between coffee, caffeine, and kratom, the beneficial synergistic effects of the combination, and some side effects and things to keep in mind when taking the two substances on the same day.
Similarities Between Kratom, Coffee, and Caffeine
The kratom plant is actually related to the coffee plant because they both belong to the family known as Rubiacea. This botanical family includes lots of herbs and trees and is actually one of the largest flowering plant families in the world.
While the mechanism of action is quite different between caffeine, the active compound found in coffee, and the alkaloids that promote the effects of kratom, there are some similarities. This is particularly true when comparing energetic white kratom strains with caffeine’s stimulating effects.
Both caffeine and kratom can:
- Increase energy
- Support focus
- Boost mood
- Elevate endurance
- Decrease boredom
However, there are some main differences as well. While caffeine offers pretty standard stimulation, kratom contains over 40 alkaloids responsible for producing the effects. That’s why in addition to providing energy, kratom can also relieve discomfort, encourage relaxation, and amplify overall wellness.
Not only that, but some potent red strains, like Red Bali Kratom may not even offer the energetic similarities with caffeine, especially at large doses. That’s because red strains are more likely to produce tranquil relaxation than stimulation.
Synergistic Benefits of Caffeine + Kratom
There are some wonderful benefits of combining kratom with caffeine, including caffeinated beverages like coffee, tea, sodas, or energy drinks. While there are also some potential downsides that we cover later in this article, let’s look at some of the desirable outcomes.
Balanced Energy
When taking too much caffeine, like drinking several cups of coffee in a short period of time, there is a likelihood of jitters, headaches, anxiety, and other side effects. The same goes for taking too much kratom. However, when taken together, the energy is smoother and more balanced for an overall wonderful experience. For this effect, we recommend using Green Dragon Kratom with a low to moderate dose of caffeine.
Increased Focus
Both caffeine and kratom can help with focus and concentration, so it makes sense that the combination would do so. However, it seems that 1+1= 3 meaning that the result you get from the combination is more powerful than you would expect. This is especially true with the “fastest” kratom strains like Super White Kratom and the most potent caffeine sources like espresso or tablets.
Decreased Side Effects
The balanced synergy of caffeine and kratom together can alleviate the side effects of both. For example, if you take a more relaxing kratom strain like Yellow Maeng Da Kratom, you might not experience as much jitters or nervousness from a moderate dose of caffeine. Additionally, if you take too much kratom, it can make you tired or overly relaxed without some of the often-beloved energetic effects, but caffeine can bring those positive benefits back without getting rid of the relaxation.
Enhanced Mood Lift
Taking kratom with caffeine can lead to a powerful mood lift that makes you feel confident, excited, and ready to take on the day. You might have more fun doing the things that you enjoy or you might not hate work tasks as much as usual. Additionally, the combination can make the effects of both substances seem to carry on for longer than normal.
Downsides of Taking Kratom with Caffeine
There are some downsides to taking kratom with caffeine as well. While many people cherish the benefits of the combination, keep in mind that taking too much of either substance can increase the risk of side effects and daily use can be addictive for some people. Let’s look at those two possibilities separately.
Potential Side Effects
Taking kratom with caffeine can increase the likelihood of side effects like headaches, restlessness, nausea, overstimulation, insomnia, and nervousness. Even if you don’t get these side effects from the two substances separately, taking them together not only increases the benefits but can enhance these side effects too.
We recommend starting with lower doses of both substances so you can gauge the effects without experiencing negative results.
Addiction and Withdrawal
It’s fairly common knowledge that caffeine is addictive with daily use. If you drink coffee every day for years and then stop suddenly, you might feel fatigued, headaches, and loss of ambition. The same can be true of taking kratom every day and when you stop you might not feel as good as normal.
Therefore, taking them together can increase the risk of dependence or addiction to both substances. We suggest avoiding taking both substances for more than 4 days in a row to avoid this downside.
Conclusion
Kratom and caffeine can be a wonderful combination that can amplify the results of both substances. It can enhance your mood and get you ready to work, play, and have fun all day. It’s perfect for the morning time and can even be great for an afternoon pick-me-up, but be careful because the combo can keep you up at night. Additionally, there are some side effects to be aware of, especially at higher doses.
Still, many people adore the combo, so click here to get the perfect kratom powder to take before or after your morning cup of coffee! If you’re feeling adventurous you can even use crushed-leaf kratom to brew with black tea to create moderate doses of caffeine and kratom all in one go!
