Introduction to Akuamma Seeds
I believe in the healing power of herbs. After all, just about every synthetically made prescription drug in your medicine cabinet is based on a plant God put here for me and you. True story. Not to be confused with the great Akuma from Street Fighter lore, akuamma is one of the most underrated members of the botanical community ― — perhaps because it’s so little known. So just what the heck is it? Settle in for a few minutes and I’ll tell ya all about it.
Botanically known as picralima nitida, the akuamma tree produces seeds that have been used throughout Africa as a natural medicine for ages. Common uses include the treatment of chronic pain, jaundice, stomach issues, and high blood pressure among other ailments. The seeds have an interesting chemical composition, highlighted by akuammine and pericine, their chief alkaloids. Structurally, akuamma shares commonalities with both yohimbe and mitragyna speciosa. As a result, it has recently gained considerable popularity in the kratom community.
Using Akuamma Seeds
Like many botanicals, akuamma seeds can be used in a wide variety of ways. For example, they can be smashed or ground into powder, then mixed with food, encapsulated, or incorporated in the kratom tradition known as “toss and wash”, where you essentially place the powder in your mouth and chase it down with a beverage. The seeds can also be cut into pieces and swallowed, or chewed whole, where they deliver what some say are the strongest effects via sublingual administration. Due to their extreme bitterness, many users prefer methods that help minimize the powerful earthy taste.
Effects of Akuamma Seeds
According to user reviews, akuamma seeds tend to deliver a relaxing effect. Depending on the dosage, the results can be summed up as sedation, or a calm state of mind. In fact, some have described the feeling as similar to alcohol inebriation, minus the loss of coordination or mental focus. The relaxing effects of akuamma seeds may be helpful for promoting a good night’s rest as well as relieving anxiety, and can typically be felt within 20 to 30 minutes of consumption.
Akuamma Seeds for Pain Management
Akuamma seeds are steadily being researched for their potential as a pain relieving medicine. They have received positive feedback from users suffering from numerous conditions, including fibromyalgia, chronic migraines, and joint inflammation. What’s more, akuamma seeds seem to have very little abuse potential, which in turn, makes withdrawal and associated side effects highly unlikely. This is a huge bonus when compared to traditional pain medications, and even kratom.
Conclusion
Slowly but surely, akuamma seeds are gaining ground as a viable alternative in the world of natural medicine. Despite earning a reputation for tasting “like ass”, the seeds show promise at treating an array of ailments and have become a go-to option for people looking to minimize their dependence on Big Pharma. Sounds like an underrated gem to me.
Contel Bradford is a mystical and complex individual. You can attempt to unravel some of the mystery by visiting his freelance site at contelbradford.com.
