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In recent years, kratom has gained attention worldwide due to its effects. Many people use it to improve mood, focus, or manage pain. But do we know enough about it from a nutritional perspective? How many kcal does kratom have? Does it contain nutrients?
Nutritional values of kratom
Are you interested in what kratom really contains? Unlike typical foods, kratom is usually not consumed for nutritional purposes, as it is a collector's item. Nevertheless, it contains some basic components. If we look at one common dose (2 grams of dried kratom powder), we can get this approximate nutritional profile:
- Calories: 7.4 kcal
- Proteins: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.5 g
- Fats: less than 0.1 g
- Iron: 0.5 mg
- Sodium: less than 0.1 mg
- Potassium: 18.5 mg
- Calcium: 13.2 mg
It is important to emphasize that these are approximate numbers intended solely for educational purposes. They are not exact values suitable for detailed diet planning. Since each batch of kratom can have slightly different composition depending on origin, processing, and freshness.
How many calories does kratom really have?
At typical dosing, e.g., 2–5 grams daily, kratom provides about 7 to 18 kcal. This is a very small amount. For comparison: one apple has about 70 kcal, and a regular coffee without sugar has nearly zero. So from the calorie perspective, kratom does not significantly affect daily caloric intake.
What nutrients does kratom contain?
Although kratom contains small amounts of proteins, minerals, or carbohydrates, it is not considered a nutritional supplement. In terms of proteins, 0.2 g per dose is a negligible amount. Carbohydrates are mostly represented as fiber.
Minerals such as potassium, calcium, and iron are indeed present in kratom, but in small doses. Nevertheless, it is interesting that e.g. 0.5 mg of iron in 2g of kratom corresponds to approximately 3% of the recommended daily intake for an adult male. So with regular collecting, kratom can slightly supplement micronutrients, but definitely should not be their main source.
Fiber in kratom
If we focus on fiber in kratom, since kratom is a plant, like most herbs, it naturally contains a high proportion of fiber. The exact amount is not always stated, but it is estimated that fiber constitutes most of the 1.5 grams of carbohydrates found in two grams of powder.
Fiber is an indigestible component of food, which passes through the digestive tract essentially unchanged, but still has beneficial effects on the body. When using products with a high fiber content, some people may experience improved digestion, but for others, it may lead to a slight slowing of peristalsis. It is therefore good to monitor your body's reaction to any food because digestion is fundamental.
Conclusion
From the perspective of calorie tables, kratom is almost negligible. Its caloric value is very low and the nutrient content minimal. It does not represent a significant source of energy or macronutrients. On the other hand, it contains small amounts of minerals, which can be a supplementary source with regular collecting.
If kratom is part of your routine, you do not need to particularly worry about its caloric contribution and do not have to record it in calorie tables. In conclusion, 2g of kratom contains 7.4 calories, 0.2g proteins, and 1.5g carbohydrates.
This article is for informational purposes only. According to current legislation, kratom is sold exclusively as a collector's item and is not intended for consumption. All information provided is purely educational and not an encouragement to use it. Nevertheless, some collectors may be interested in the approximate caloric profile of this plant.