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Ep 55: Jennifer Taft: Reclaiming Life with Kratom for Rheumatoid Arthritis

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On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn speaks with Jennifer Taft, who shares her transformative experience using Kratom to manage chronic pain stemming from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Diagnosed with RA when her daughter was just four years old, Jennifer battled debilitating pain for two decades, relying heavily on opioid painkillers. However, concerns about tolerance, side effects, and a desire for greater control led her to explore Kratom as an alternative. Jennifer's journey, complete with initial trial-and-error (including capsules that proved ineffective) and the discovery of superior quality online vendors, provides valuable lessons for listeners considering using Kratom.

Jennifer's success in drastically reducing her opioid dependence is remarkable. She now uses Kratom daily to manage her RA pain and fatigue, supplementing her treatment with opioids only once a week at most during severe flares. Her honesty about the ups and downs, combined with practical tips on finding the right strain and dosage, make this episode essential listening for anyone struggling with chronic pain. Beyond managing her pain, Jennifer speaks candidly about the impact of Kratom on regaining a sense of personal control over her health. She also highlights the importance of community support and connecting with like-minded individuals online.

๐Ÿƒ RELATED LINKS

New Hope Botanicals

Misty Brown - TikTok

Full show notes for this episode at KratomStoriesPodcast.com/55

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT. If you love our content and community, you can show your support through Buy Me A Coffee, or in this case... Buy Me A Kratom tea! This helps us with the cost of running the podcast, livestreams, and forum.

๐Ÿƒ MADALYN'S RECOMMENDED VENDORS ๐Ÿƒ

Etha Natural Botanicals - 25% off with code: KratomStories

New Hope Botanicals - 10% off with code: KratomStories

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WATCH THE KRATOM GALS LIVESTREAM! Check out our YouTube series called The Kratom Gals, where we review videos about Kratom and then react and share our personal experiences.

JOIN KRATOM REAL TALK, our online community for positive, uplifting discussions about the power of whole-leaf Kratom.

Please note: The views and experiences shared in this episode are personal and unique to the guest. Kratom, while featured prominently in these stories, is a botanical substance that is unregulated in the U.S. and various countries around the world. The Kratom Stories Podcast and its host, Madalyn Sklar, do not endorse, promote, or encourage the use of Kratom. We simply aim to shed light on personal experiences and narratives related to this plant. If you're considering using Kratom, we strongly urge you to seek professional medical advice, conduct thorough research, and comply with all local laws and guidelines.

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On this week's Kratom Stories, Madalyn speaks with Jennifer Taft, who shares her transformative experience using Kratom to manage chronic pain stemming from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Diagnosed with RA when her daughter was just four years old, Jennifer battled debilitating pain for two decades, relying heavily on opioid painkillers. However, concerns about tolerance, side effects, and a desire for greater control led her to explore Kratom as an alternative. Jennifer's journey, complete with initial trial-and-error (including capsules that proved ineffective) and the discovery of superior quality online vendors, provides valuable lessons for listeners considering using Kratom.

Jennifer's success in drastically reducing her opioid dependence is remarkable. She now uses Kratom daily to manage her RA pain and fatigue, supplementing her treatment with opioids only once a week at most during severe flares. Her honesty about the ups and downs, combined with practical tips on finding the right strain and dosage, make this episode essential listening for anyone struggling with chronic pain. Beyond managing her pain, Jennifer speaks candidly about the impact of Kratom on regaining a sense of personal control over her health. She also highlights the importance of community support and connecting with like-minded individuals online.

๐Ÿƒ RELATED LINKS

New Hope Botanicals

Misty Brown - TikTok

Full show notes for this episode at KratomStoriesPodcast.com/55

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT. If you love our content and community, you can show your support through Buy Me A Coffee, or in this case... Buy Me A Kratom tea! This helps us with the cost of running the podcast, livestreams, and forum.

๐Ÿƒ MADALYN'S RECOMMENDED VENDORS ๐Ÿƒ

Etha Natural Botanicals - 25% off with code: KratomStories

New Hope Botanicals - 10% off with code: KratomStories

๐Ÿƒ FOLLOW US

TikTok

YouTube

Facebook

X (formerly Twitter)

Bluesky

STAY CONNECTED with us by subscribing to our newsletter! Sign up at KratomStoriesPodcast.com

WATCH THE KRATOM GALS LIVESTREAM! Check out our YouTube series called The Kratom Gals, where we review videos about Kratom and then react and share our personal experiences.

JOIN KRATOM REAL TALK, our online community for positive, uplifting discussions about the power of whole-leaf Kratom.

Please note: The views and experiences shared in this episode are personal and unique to the guest. Kratom, while featured prominently in these stories, is a botanical substance that is unregulated in the U.S. and various countries around the world. The Kratom Stories Podcast and its host, Madalyn Sklar, do not endorse, promote, or encourage the use of Kratom. We simply aim to shed light on personal experiences and narratives related to this plant. If you're considering using Kratom, we strongly urge you to seek professional medical advice, conduct thorough research, and comply with all local laws and guidelines.

  continue reading

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