Akuamma: Benefits, Effects, Dosage, and Comparison with Kratom

There is no shortage of botanicals that offer wellness benefits, but our focus today is on Akuamma. Akuamma is fast becoming a natural alternative to kratom for promoting well-being, boosting mood and supporting relaxation.

In this article, we will review akuamma, looking at its effects and benefits, recommended dosage, legality, and how it compares to kratom in terms of strength and overall effects.

An Overview of Akuamma and Its Effects

Akuamma, scientifically known as Picralima nitida, is a tree native to West Africa, mainly Ghana, Nigeria, and Ivory Coast. The seeds of this plant are dried and crushed into powder and used for promoting feelings of well-being and providing relaxation.

Traditionally, akuamma played a role in African medicine, but in modern times, akuamma has gained recognition, thanks to its gentle benefits and legality.

Akuamma: Scientific Studies and Mechanism of Action

Akuamma contains alkaloids, and these are responsible for causing its effects. While there are about six studied alkaloids in akuamma, the most active one is akuammine. Akuammine contributes the most to the effects you experience when you consume this botanical.

Even though research is still limited on the full pharmacological profile and potential of akuamma, preliminary studies suggest that akuamma’s alkaloids interact with certain body receptors in the nervou system. These interactions are what give rise to its traditional uses of providing calming effects and lightly boosting the mood.

So far, using akuamma as a supplement appears to be relatively safe, but more studies need to be done to ascertain its full risks and drug interactions.

Effects and Benefits of Akuamma

Akuamma users consume it for various purposes and below are the main reasons people use Akuamma:

• It may encourage a mild sense of balance and calm, making it a good option for unwinding or maintaining focus.
• Depending on your dosage and how your body responds to it, akuamma may help to lightly boost energy levels.
• It is considered a gentle natural option to stronger botanicals such as kratom, and it has fewer habit-formation concerns.

Dosage and Usage Guidelines for Akuamma

The amount of akuamma you take should be based on your needs and preferences. Typically, our recommended daily dosage range is from 250 mg to 1,000 mg. However, if you’re new to it, we advise that you start with lower doses to see how your body responds to it before increasing gradually.

If you want the best results from this botanical, you should  take it with food to improve absorption and reduce potential stomach discomfort. Please also note that akuamma is very bitter, so taking it in powder form can be unpleasant. Therefore, capsules are the preferred way to take this botanical.

Another key factor to consider when using this herbal product is timing. For example, during the day, your goal is to use it for alertness. In such a case, your dosage range should be 250 to 500 mg. For evening relaxation, you can increase your dosage to 500 to 1,000 mg. Always start from the lower dosage value and increase accordingly.

There are minimal reported side effects associated with akuamma; however, it could cause mild digestive issues and tolerance accumulation over time. Like with kratom, one should also avoid mixing akuamma with medications, drugs or OTC products, as dangerous interactions could occur. Additionally, if you have a pre-existing medical condition you should avoid using it as well.

Comparing Akuamma with Other Botanicals Like Kratom

Both akuamma and kratom contain different alkaloids which lead to their effects. Akuamma’s most active alkaloid is akuammine, while kratom’s most active alkaloids are mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. The alkaloids from both botanicals interact with the body’s central nervous system.

In terms of effects, akuamma is gentler or milder than kratom, making it a good kratom alternative, especially for those seeking more subtle benefits. Kratom is, no doubt, more popular and widely available, but akuamma is starting to gain some momentum, thanks to the mild alternative effects it offers, and its legal status in all 50 US states.

When you take akuamma, it takes 30-60 minutes to take effect, and the effects can last from 2-3 hours. Kratom has a quicker onset (15-45 minutes), and the effects can last for 2-5 hours.

Lastly, the legality of kratom and akuamma is something you should be aware of before purchasing either botanical. In most countries, including the U.S., akuamma is legal. However, kratom has attracted more controversy and is banned in some states, cities and counties because of its side effects and tendency to be abused by users.

User Experiences: Comparing Akuamma and Kratom

Looking at reported user experiences of how akuamma stacks up against botanicals like kratom gives some clues of what to expect from it. Below is what some users are saying:

• One kratom user said he has tried akuamma, but its effects are way milder than kratom. He continued by saying akuamma is a little more relaxed, but the taste is very bitter. If you want to take it, consider going for capsules to mask its horrible taste.
• Another user said, effects wise, akuamma is milder and is not comparable to kratom in his opinion.

From a general view, akuamma’s effects can vary between individuals, but the effects are generally much more mild than kratom. Akuamma’s effects range from providing improved energy to boosting mood and feelings of relaxation.

Conclusion

Although native to Africa, akuamma is gradually spreading to other parts of the world, thanks to its subtle effects on alertness, mood and relaxation. Both kratom and akuamma are known to offer similar effects but on a different scale of intensity.

Kratom is more potent than akuamma, and the latter might be more suitable for people seeking milder alternatives to kratom. Also, using akuamma as an alternative to kratom could be a good way to take some breaks from kratom or if you simply desire something less potent.

CONTENT DISCLAIMER: The content on this page is strictly for entertainment purposes only. The content below has not been medically reviewed and is not intended to offer advice for use or intended use. For more information about kratom and its potential dangers, please visit the fda.gov site.