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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>2nd Act Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/show/2nd-act-podcast</link><description><![CDATA[Michael Stone and Justin Sims invite inspirational guests on to share with you their incredible stories and how they began their 2nd Act in life.<br /><br /> It's never too late to start your 2nd Act! Inspirational and practical stories and interviews that you can use to overcome your own obstacles.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/3256490/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Society &amp; Culture</category><copyright>Copyright 2nd Act Podcast</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ec57204286e44c3bbbed92e74a8185fd.jpg</url><title>2nd Act Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/show/2nd-act-podcast</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:29:45 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ec57204286e44c3bbbed92e74a8185fd.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Michael Stone and Justin Sims invite inspirational guests on to share with you their incredible stories and how they began their 2nd Act in life.

 It's never too late to start your 2nd Act! Inspirational and practical stories and interviews that you...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Michael Stone and Justin Sims invite inspirational guests on to share with you their incredible stories and how they began their 2nd Act in life.<br /><br /> It's never too late to start your 2nd Act! Inspirational and practical stories and interviews that you can use to overcome your own obstacles.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"/><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Is Your Kratom Lab Tested?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/is-your-kratom-lab-tested</link><description><![CDATA[interviewed head scientist at the kratom testing lab What Is Kratom Lab Testing? Like with all botanical products, it is possible to run Kratom through a series of lab tests at an accredited kratom testing laboratory to ensure that the powder is what the supplier says that it is. In the case of Kratom lab testing at, <a href="http://www.ucgardnercenter.com" rel="noopener">www.ucgardnercenter.com</a> , the testing is usually done to ensure all of the following:  • Identity, i.e. that the plant material is actually Kratom • No pathogens or other contaminants present • Sample does not contain high levels of heavy metals • Kratom isn’t mixed with an undisclosed substance • Amount of common alkaloids, mitragynine, and 7-hydroxymitragynine • Kratom Alkaloids are real    For most commercially available Kratom, the amount of mitragynine present is not typically more than 2%. There is usually even less 7-hydroxymitragynine in any botanical substance unless it has been processed further into a tincture or kratom extract. As far as pathogens, it is possible that Kratom that is not processed safely by the growers could contain the following:  • Coliforms • Salmonella • Mold or yeast    Finally, the following heavy metals should be tested for in Kratom products:  • Arsenic • Lead • Mercury • Cadmium • Nickel    When a Kratom vendor tests their supply in a independent lab, they are typically testing for pathogens, metals, and compound alkaloid content to ensure that their customers will only be sold high-quality Kratom that is not dangerous to use. Why Is Kratom Lab Testing Important? The biggest reason that Kratom lab testing is important is to ensure both the safety and the quality of the product that is being sold to Kratom consumers. Contaminated Kratom can cause illnesses such as a Staph or Salmonella infection, and both of these conditions can be dangerous if not treated properly. If a Kratom user gets sick from their Kratom, they might not even know that either of these infections is a risk to them! For that reason according to <a href="http://www.bio2008.org" rel="noopener">www.bio2008.org</a>,  it’s very important that kratom vendors do their due diligence and have their supplies regularly tested for quality and safety purposes. Without kratom testing, they could be accidentally giving their customers an adulterated or contaminated product. Testing is always important when consumables are being sold, and that truth is no different when it comes to Kratom. Advocating For Safety Testing Another reason that it is very important to test Kratom for safety is to help dispel many of the misunderstandings and misconceptions about Bali Kratom consumption that are commonly spread. Kratom powder consumption, as reported at <a href="http://www.rosypress.com" rel="noopener">www.rosypress.com</a>, is currently a grey zone in terms of its legality. While kratom has not been banned in most places, it is also not regulated in most places. Instead, Kratom powder waits somewhere in the middle. And all it takes is one bad batch of Borneo Kratom for it to be ruled illegal and dangerous. As a Kratom capsules vendor, it is part of our responsibility to the community to help prove that Kratom capsules can be safe when used and vetted properly. Like anything that you eat, it can be dangerous if the supplier was not honest about its source. For that reason, according to this article on <a href="http://www.as1effect.com" rel="noopener">www.as1effect.com</a>,  it is incredibly important to test Kratom products. Having solid testing proof about the composition and safety of Kratom products posted at <a href="http://www.dynamicexperiencesgroup" rel="noopener">www.dynamicexperiencesgroup</a>.com  – in the form of Certificates of Analysis from accredited labs – will help to advocate for its regulation as a safe and beneficial immune boosting supplement. Any vendor that sells a green malay kratom product without testing is putting both their customers and the entire Kratom community at risk due to bad products. How To Know If Lab Testing Was Done Now we’ve come to another difficult part of understanding what goes into lab testing Kratom: how do you know that the testing was completed? First, you’ll need to check the website of the vendor in question. Because there are not yet any widespread systems of proving whether a kratom vendor tests their product or not, you will need to a little bit of research on your own. Some kratom vendors have worked with the AKA – American Kratom Association – to show that they regularly test their product and have other Good Manufacturing Practices in place, and this may be noted on their website by a seal that they are GMP Qualified. If you do not see evidence of lab testing on a kratom company’s website or marketing materials, ask for Certificates of Analysis. Any reputable kratom vendor should be willing to provide you with this document that guarantees lab testing and quality assurance. Without the legitimate proof demonstrated by Certificates of Analysis, it will be up to you to do the investigative legwork and decide whether or not you believe kratom vendor claims that they tested a product.   This interview should help consumers find kratom that has been tested through an independent third-party audit, that we follow all of the standards listed on <a href="http://www.vacfacts.info/hollistic-doctors-killed.html" rel="noopener">www.vacfacts.info/hollistic-doctors-killed.html</a> , for both processing and manufacturing Kratom to ensure our customers’ safety. our final audit report which confirmed our status as GMP qualified here. We hope that today’s podcast episode has helped you to get a more complete understanding of what it is that we mean when we say that we are dedicated to lab testing our kratom products to ensure that you are getting the highest quality Kratom that we can possibly offer to you at this time.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">32efea45-781f-41c9-82a9-df916ba9d808</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:37:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/24365782/kratomepisode325.mp3" length="7359562" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>interviewed head scientist at the kratom testing lab What Is Kratom Lab Testing? Like with all botanical products, it is possible to run Kratom through a series of lab tests at an accredited kratom testing laboratory to ensure that the powder is what...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[interviewed head scientist at the kratom testing lab What Is Kratom Lab Testing? Like with all botanical products, it is possible to run Kratom through a series of lab tests at an accredited kratom testing laboratory to ensure that the powder is what the supplier says that it is. In the case of Kratom lab testing at, <a href="http://www.ucgardnercenter.com" rel="noopener">www.ucgardnercenter.com</a> , the testing is usually done to ensure all of the following:  • Identity, i.e. that the plant material is actually Kratom • No pathogens or other contaminants present • Sample does not contain high levels of heavy metals • Kratom isn’t mixed with an undisclosed substance • Amount of common alkaloids, mitragynine, and 7-hydroxymitragynine • Kratom Alkaloids are real    For most commercially available Kratom, the amount of mitragynine present is not typically more than 2%. There is usually even less 7-hydroxymitragynine in any botanical substance unless it has been processed further into a tincture or kratom extract. As far as pathogens, it is possible that Kratom that is not processed safely by the growers could contain the following:  • Coliforms • Salmonella • Mold or yeast    Finally, the following heavy metals should be tested for in Kratom products:  • Arsenic • Lead • Mercury • Cadmium • Nickel    When a Kratom vendor tests their supply in a independent lab, they are typically testing for pathogens, metals, and compound alkaloid content to ensure that their customers will only be sold high-quality Kratom that is not dangerous to use. Why Is Kratom Lab Testing Important? The biggest reason that Kratom lab testing is important is to ensure both the safety and the quality of the product that is being sold to Kratom consumers. Contaminated Kratom can cause illnesses such as a Staph or Salmonella infection, and both of these conditions can be dangerous if not treated properly. If a Kratom user gets sick from their Kratom, they might not even know that either of these infections is a risk to them! For that reason according to <a href="http://www.bio2008.org" rel="noopener">www.bio2008.org</a>,  it’s very important that kratom vendors do their due diligence and have their supplies regularly tested for quality and safety purposes. Without kratom testing, they could be accidentally giving their customers an adulterated or contaminated product. Testing is always important when consumables are being sold, and that truth is no different when it comes to Kratom. Advocating For Safety Testing Another reason that it is very important to test Kratom for safety is to help dispel many of the misunderstandings and misconceptions about Bali Kratom consumption that are commonly spread. Kratom powder consumption, as reported at <a href="http://www.rosypress.com" rel="noopener">www.rosypress.com</a>, is currently a grey zone in terms of its legality. While kratom has not been banned in most places, it is also not regulated in most places. Instead, Kratom powder waits somewhere in the middle. And all it takes is one bad batch of Borneo Kratom for it to be ruled illegal and dangerous. As a Kratom capsules vendor, it is part of our responsibility to the community to help prove that Kratom capsules can be safe when used and vetted properly. Like anything that you eat, it can be dangerous if the supplier was not honest about its source. For that reason, according to this article on <a href="http://www.as1effect.com" rel="noopener">www.as1effect.com</a>,  it is incredibly important to test Kratom products. Having solid testing proof about the composition and safety of Kratom products posted at <a href="http://www.dynamicexperiencesgroup" rel="noopener">www.dynamicexperiencesgroup</a>.com  – in the form of Certificates of Analysis from accredited labs – will help to advocate for its regulation as a safe and beneficial immune boosting supplement. Any vendor that sells a green malay kratom product without testing is putting both their customers and the...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>460</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kratom For Anxiety</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/kratom-for-anxiety</link><description><![CDATA[Using kratom for anxiety Natural remedies can be tricky for those who don’t have experience with this method of treating nervousness, worry, concern, and apprehension. According to <a href="http://www.celebritysurgerynews.com" rel="noopener">www.celebritysurgerynews.com</a> ,The reason for this is the wide variety of natural kratom strains from indonesia, all with different effects, which means that if the incorrect kratom strain is chosen, such as a highly energetic red maeng da kratom strain, it will provide little benefit to those seeking to relieve anxiety and nervousness. The most common kratom strains used for this purpose are: Some well known celebrities have been taking kratom for years in private. Many popular celebrities take kratom to help them stay off opiate pain pills  Borneo – According to <a href="http://www.fossgeo.org" rel="noopener">www.fossgeo.org</a>, as little as two grams of this red strain of kratom produces effective results, and is often used by people to treat chronic pain, as well as anxiety. red Borneo strains tend to have a low incidence of side effects, which makes the kratom dosage more flexible, which is a great asset for those dealing with anxiety. Higher kratom doses can result in a more sedative effect, which can be helpful for those with issues surrounding insomnia. Side effects are minimal with this strain of kratom.  Indonesian kratom has a very unique set of effects which make it one of the most desired kratom strains. While Indo kratom effects can vary depending on the season, the plant leaves, and vein colors, some benefits of this kratom strain are pain relief, mood elevation, relaxation, and sedation. Indo kratom powder is very similar to Borneo in potency, but tends to be slightly less sedating. Individuals who use Indo Kratom for anxiety have reported this particular strain as having the longest lasting effect. Similar to Borneo and Bali strains, The report we found at <a href="http://www.stupidcelebrities.net" rel="noopener">www.stupidcelebrities.net</a> showed Indo kratom strains are often used to alleviate anxiety. If you are looking for an energetic mood boost, your best kratom choice is a white vein Indo strain. Bali  kratom is one of the most popular strains, due to both its sedative and anti-anxiety effects. Bali kratom strains are typically less expensive than either red Borneo or Indo, making them a fairly economical option. Depending on the strain of Bali kratom, they are prone to producing side effects such as nausea when higher doses are consumed. Red Vein kratom is reported in the article on <a href="http://www.nova-magazine.net/kratom-for-anxiety/" rel="noopener">www.nova-magazine.net/kratom-for-anxiety/</a> to be much better for anxiety relief due to their higher painkilling and sedative effects. However, when looking for a red vein maeng da kratom strain, it is important to remember that some red vein borneo kratom varieties can be stimulating, so be sure to do your research when purchasing this type of kratom.  By staying within these kratom strain choices, it will be much easier to select a strain that proves to be best for you when you buy kratom capsules Super Green Indo Kratom capsules are the new sensation in the Kratom world. This variety of indo kratom is rapidly gaining in popularity due to its ability to produce two separate effects, stimulation and relaxation, simultaneously. Certain factors like the origin of a kratom strain and the type and amount of alkaloid inherent in the plant determine its effectiveness. The euphoria that comes with the consumption of Super Green Indo Kratom powder is comparable to that of a red veined kratom. The Super Green Indo Kratom capsules name comes from the technique of production or selection; this type of kratom is made from very large kratom plant leaves. These leaves have more kratom alkaloids compared to ordinary kratom leaves, thus this bali strain is more potent than other strains and as a result the physical and mental effects produced by this Bali kratom powder are more profound. according to <a href="http://sumnermredstonefoundation.org/this-is-my-new-blog-post" rel="noopener">http://sumnermredstonefoundation.org/this-is-my-new-blog-post</a>/  These factors make this strain of maeng da kratom a top choice for those seeking to relieve anxiety.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">54c442d1-1683-4462-8553-cba25fe94301</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:02:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/23300061/kratomepisode6.mp3" length="2865665" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Using kratom for anxiety Natural remedies can be tricky for those who don’t have experience with this method of treating nervousness, worry, concern, and apprehension. According to www.celebritysurgerynews.com ,The reason for this is the wide variety...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Using kratom for anxiety Natural remedies can be tricky for those who don’t have experience with this method of treating nervousness, worry, concern, and apprehension. According to <a href="http://www.celebritysurgerynews.com" rel="noopener">www.celebritysurgerynews.com</a> ,The reason for this is the wide variety of natural kratom strains from indonesia, all with different effects, which means that if the incorrect kratom strain is chosen, such as a highly energetic red maeng da kratom strain, it will provide little benefit to those seeking to relieve anxiety and nervousness. The most common kratom strains used for this purpose are: Some well known celebrities have been taking kratom for years in private. Many popular celebrities take kratom to help them stay off opiate pain pills  Borneo – According to <a href="http://www.fossgeo.org" rel="noopener">www.fossgeo.org</a>, as little as two grams of this red strain of kratom produces effective results, and is often used by people to treat chronic pain, as well as anxiety. red Borneo strains tend to have a low incidence of side effects, which makes the kratom dosage more flexible, which is a great asset for those dealing with anxiety. Higher kratom doses can result in a more sedative effect, which can be helpful for those with issues surrounding insomnia. Side effects are minimal with this strain of kratom.  Indonesian kratom has a very unique set of effects which make it one of the most desired kratom strains. While Indo kratom effects can vary depending on the season, the plant leaves, and vein colors, some benefits of this kratom strain are pain relief, mood elevation, relaxation, and sedation. Indo kratom powder is very similar to Borneo in potency, but tends to be slightly less sedating. Individuals who use Indo Kratom for anxiety have reported this particular strain as having the longest lasting effect. Similar to Borneo and Bali strains, The report we found at <a href="http://www.stupidcelebrities.net" rel="noopener">www.stupidcelebrities.net</a> showed Indo kratom strains are often used to alleviate anxiety. If you are looking for an energetic mood boost, your best kratom choice is a white vein Indo strain. Bali  kratom is one of the most popular strains, due to both its sedative and anti-anxiety effects. Bali kratom strains are typically less expensive than either red Borneo or Indo, making them a fairly economical option. Depending on the strain of Bali kratom, they are prone to producing side effects such as nausea when higher doses are consumed. Red Vein kratom is reported in the article on <a href="http://www.nova-magazine.net/kratom-for-anxiety/" rel="noopener">www.nova-magazine.net/kratom-for-anxiety/</a> to be much better for anxiety relief due to their higher painkilling and sedative effects. However, when looking for a red vein maeng da kratom strain, it is important to remember that some red vein borneo kratom varieties can be stimulating, so be sure to do your research when purchasing this type of kratom.  By staying within these kratom strain choices, it will be much easier to select a strain that proves to be best for you when you buy kratom capsules Super Green Indo Kratom capsules are the new sensation in the Kratom world. This variety of indo kratom is rapidly gaining in popularity due to its ability to produce two separate effects, stimulation and relaxation, simultaneously. Certain factors like the origin of a kratom strain and the type and amount of alkaloid inherent in the plant determine its effectiveness. The euphoria that comes with the consumption of Super Green Indo Kratom powder is comparable to that of a red veined kratom. The Super Green Indo Kratom capsules name comes from the technique of production or selection; this type of kratom is made from very large kratom plant leaves. These leaves have more kratom alkaloids compared to ordinary kratom leaves, thus this bali strain is more potent than other strains and as a result the physical...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>180</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Making Kratom Stronger</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/making-kratom-stronger</link><description><![CDATA[More Potent Kratom Made stronger For starters, you get more enjoyable aromas for the better part of the day. Who wouldn’t want to be in a swell mood for the entire day? Secondly, you end up requiring less kratom daily, which conserves your supply and saves you money. If this is a feat you’d like to accomplish, kratom potentiators can help you. Kratom potentiators are a dime a dozen if not more and they can significantly change your kratom experience. The following are some of the legit ways that are warranted to elevate your kratom pills to a whole new level. Taking Kratom on an Empty Stomach This is probably Kratom 101, so let’s get it out of the way first. If you are not already doing this, you’ll discover that taking kratom on an empty stomach practically guarantees a more powerful effect. On an empty stomach, your kratom doesn’t have to fight to be absorbed in your system along with food and enzymes. allow an hour or two to between taking your kratom and eating vegetables. This is why you often see medicines meant to be taken on an empty stomach being recommended to be taken an hour before food or two hours after a meal. The same logic applies to kratom here. Caffeine, Espresso Many kratom sites will tell you that coffee plus kratom equals gold. This is nothing but the truth. However, it may be a bit unclear. For the sake of semantics, let’s call it caffeine. Caffeine can be found in various food products. Whether you use a food containing caffeine or a caffeine extract, it can boost the effects of kratom significantly. According to the website, <a href="http://www.eatpakd.com" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd.com</a> , When caffeine is combined with kratom, it can enhance both energy and focus. Caffeine also helps to reduce the lethargy associated with taking some kratom strains. Additionally, most kratom researchers advise that it is best to use caffeine with a kratom strain known for enhancing energy and alertness. White Maeng Da kratom is an excellent example. Nevertheless, you must be careful with this, as too much stimulation could prove dangerous. Magnesium Did you know that Magnesium is an excellent way to reduce kratom tolerance? See, Magnesium is an antagonist of the same receptors responsible for causing kratom tolerance. As you may know, one of the drawbacks of using kratom regularly is that it may cause tolerance build-up, meaning that you will require larger doses to achieve the same result. However, Magnesium can fend that off. Using that logic, imagine what would happen if you used Magnesium and kratom simultaneously. Arguably, this could be the best combination of all, after mixing kratom with Phenibut (see below). Anecdotal reports show excellent results when using kratom with Magnesium Taurate. The Taurine in this compound makes magnesium readily absorbable. Medically, Taurine is used to treat patients with congestive heart failure to slow down their heartbeats. However, it can also help a healthy individual to achieve a more relaxed, less anxious, less stressful kratom experience. Kratom and Phenibut Suplememts On its own, phenibut is an excellent nootropic as it helps to boost mood when mixed with kratom, alleviate anxiety, and enhances one’s social skills. With that in mind, picture what would happen if it was used together with kratom. A good recipe is found at <a href="http://www.getmapper.com/health-sciences/kratom-research-grant/" rel="noopener">www.getmapper.com/health-sciences/kratom-research-grant/</a> Let’s see, mix two of the most effective legal mood-enhancing compounds with your kratom? You’ll be in for a wild ride. Grapefruit Juice with sugar added Grapefruit is one of the most widely used kratom potentiators in the kratom community. This juice has an enzyme that allows the body to absorb the active compounds in kratom more easily. Well, technically, it slows down the process through which kratom alkaloids reach the liver, allowing it more time in the system. Consequently, pink grapefruit juice prolongs the effects of kratom and also makes the latter’s effects twice as stronger. Besides being an effective kratom potentiator, according to  <a href="http://www.fitmomintraining.com/supplements/things-you-need-to-know-about-how-to-take-kratom/,the" rel="noopener">www.fitmomintraining.com/supplements/things-you-need-to-know-about-how-to-take-kratom/,the</a> taste of pink grapefruit juice complements kratom tea superbly. However, what makes this substance standout as a potentiator is that it is loaded with amino acids and vitamin C; it strengthens the immune system, making the body less susceptible to common illnesses. Black Pepper and salt Black pepper is considered a universal potentiator owing to its ability to increase the absorption of any substance. This is why it is included as an ingredient in numerous dietary supplements. In case you are wondering, here’s how black pepper potentiates kratom and other substances. Black pepper contains an active ingredient known as Bioperine; it is a bioavailability enhancer that prevents active compounds from being metabolized too soon. Usually, adding a pinch of black pepper to your cup of kratom tea should be enough. However, do note that Bioperine can aggravate the side effects of any medication. Therefore, if you’ve been on treatment lately, it would be best to consider using another potentiator. Turmeric supplements The secret behind the potentiating effects of turmeric lies in it being an MAO inhibitor. As a result, it can inhibit the breakdown of crucial brain neurotransmitters, including dopamine. This substance prolongs kratom’s euphoric effects which may be beneficial, according to <a href="http://www.msujbsl.com" rel="noopener">www.msujbsl.com</a>, depending on your intention for consuming the herb. Similarly, your kratom strain of choice partly determines the extent of the improvements. As a bonus, turmeric can also increase the shelf life of your kratom powder. You’ll have to mix the two and store them in an airtight container. Unfortunately, this substance is not for everyone as it can cause adverse reactions when taken with anti-depressants. Likewise, it also tends to thin the blood, which is why it shouldn’t be taken with anticoagulants. Cayenne peppers Quite a day for pepper strains isn’t it? Well, cayenne pepper is an intriguing potentiator. Unlike black pepper, cayenne does not derive its value from prolonging the duration of effects. Instead, it potentiates kratom effects by boosting its effects. While you can add a dash of cayenne pepper to your kratom tea, the most common approach is to mix it with dry kratom powder or leaves. Some individuals may not tolerate spicy stuff well and should proceed carefully when using this potentiator. On the other hand, cayenne pepper is an excellent way to mask the taste associated with kratom. Watercress weeds Watercress is an excellent way to potentiate  your kratom if your primary purpose is to receive stimulation from the herb. The minerals present in watercress bind with Mitragynine, the alkaloid responsible for stimulant effects. Even if you’re into strains that offer sedation and relaxation, watercress could still be useful. After all, it also increases the duration of the kratom effects. Valerian Root Interestingly, the benefits of valerian root somewhat complement those of kratom. For instance, this botanical helps to fight insomnia, reduce anxiety, and to alleviate pain. When you add valerian root supplements to your favorite kratom recipe, it increases the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Subsequently, GABA contributes to a reduction in brain activity, which helps to reduce insomnia and anxiety. Besides, it also potentiates the ability of kratom to alleviate pain. In this case, it targets the NF-Kappa B, a protein complex that plays a crucial role in easing neuropathic pain. Cat’s Claw supplements Ever heard of this herb? Cat’s claw is commonly used as a natural supplement for a variety of benefits. It is native to South America. Unlike most of the kratom potentiators on this list, this plant does not follow a unique mechanism to boost kratom effects. Cat’s Claw serves this purpose because it contains alkaloids similar to those of kratom. As a result, it manages to increase both the strength and duration of kratom effects, regardless of the variety.  ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d72e5f34-ec35-4e19-a6de-bde112250525</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2020 20:31:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/22716399/kratompotentiatorsepisode.mp3" length="4668114" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>More Potent Kratom Made stronger For starters, you get more enjoyable aromas for the better part of the day. Who wouldn’t want to be in a swell mood for the entire day? Secondly, you end up requiring less kratom daily, which conserves your supply and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[More Potent Kratom Made stronger For starters, you get more enjoyable aromas for the better part of the day. Who wouldn’t want to be in a swell mood for the entire day? Secondly, you end up requiring less kratom daily, which conserves your supply and saves you money. If this is a feat you’d like to accomplish, kratom potentiators can help you. Kratom potentiators are a dime a dozen if not more and they can significantly change your kratom experience. The following are some of the legit ways that are warranted to elevate your kratom pills to a whole new level. Taking Kratom on an Empty Stomach This is probably Kratom 101, so let’s get it out of the way first. If you are not already doing this, you’ll discover that taking kratom on an empty stomach practically guarantees a more powerful effect. On an empty stomach, your kratom doesn’t have to fight to be absorbed in your system along with food and enzymes. allow an hour or two to between taking your kratom and eating vegetables. This is why you often see medicines meant to be taken on an empty stomach being recommended to be taken an hour before food or two hours after a meal. The same logic applies to kratom here. Caffeine, Espresso Many kratom sites will tell you that coffee plus kratom equals gold. This is nothing but the truth. However, it may be a bit unclear. For the sake of semantics, let’s call it caffeine. Caffeine can be found in various food products. Whether you use a food containing caffeine or a caffeine extract, it can boost the effects of kratom significantly. According to the website, <a href="http://www.eatpakd.com" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd.com</a> , When caffeine is combined with kratom, it can enhance both energy and focus. Caffeine also helps to reduce the lethargy associated with taking some kratom strains. Additionally, most kratom researchers advise that it is best to use caffeine with a kratom strain known for enhancing energy and alertness. White Maeng Da kratom is an excellent example. Nevertheless, you must be careful with this, as too much stimulation could prove dangerous. Magnesium Did you know that Magnesium is an excellent way to reduce kratom tolerance? See, Magnesium is an antagonist of the same receptors responsible for causing kratom tolerance. As you may know, one of the drawbacks of using kratom regularly is that it may cause tolerance build-up, meaning that you will require larger doses to achieve the same result. However, Magnesium can fend that off. Using that logic, imagine what would happen if you used Magnesium and kratom simultaneously. Arguably, this could be the best combination of all, after mixing kratom with Phenibut (see below). Anecdotal reports show excellent results when using kratom with Magnesium Taurate. The Taurine in this compound makes magnesium readily absorbable. Medically, Taurine is used to treat patients with congestive heart failure to slow down their heartbeats. However, it can also help a healthy individual to achieve a more relaxed, less anxious, less stressful kratom experience. Kratom and Phenibut Suplememts On its own, phenibut is an excellent nootropic as it helps to boost mood when mixed with kratom, alleviate anxiety, and enhances one’s social skills. With that in mind, picture what would happen if it was used together with kratom. A good recipe is found at <a href="http://www.getmapper.com/health-sciences/kratom-research-grant/" rel="noopener">www.getmapper.com/health-sciences/kratom-research-grant/</a> Let’s see, mix two of the most effective legal mood-enhancing compounds with your kratom? You’ll be in for a wild ride. Grapefruit Juice with sugar added Grapefruit is one of the most widely used kratom potentiators in the kratom community. This juice has an enzyme that allows the body to absorb the active compounds in kratom more easily. Well, technically, it slows down the process through which kratom alkaloids reach the liver, allowing it more time in the system. Consequently, pink grapefruit...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>292</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Joe's Kratom interview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/joes-kratom-interview</link><description><![CDATA[Interview with Kratom expert DN: It’s the first real research book on kratom. I focused on the whole topic. That means you don’t have to read the whole book if you are only interested in harvesting kratom or safer use – although it is written in a way that you can read it almost like a novel. At <a href="http://www.projectgreenify.com" rel="noopener">www.projectgreenify.com</a>, there is a whole chapter about the botany of kratom. It tells you which countries grow kratom so you can find it on vacation, what it needs to flourish and tells you a lot about the  kratom alternatives. Mostly about the other Mitragynas, Combretum and so on. Next chapter is about the indoor cultivation of Kratom and how to get seeds or cuttings. There is a really large chapter about the history of kratom from the discovery of kratom by the first European explorers to the present day. I have used some of the diaries of Pieter Korthals (the discoverer of Kratom), I was in contact with a lot of museums and have used a quite a bit of research from university studies. In the next chapters I present a variety of kratom recipes, safer use information and the chemistry of the kratom alkaloids. Also there is a chapter about the medicinal benefits of kratom and how to use the ingredients. The Last Chapter is about the legal situation of kratom in the German speaking countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) as well as the other European countries. I also covered the much-asked topics of Kratom benefits and driving and how kratom is detected in drug screenings. The last point is a very tough one because there are fights especially on whether a false positive on opiates is possible because of Kratom. Everything is backed up by scientific research findings. Wherever possible I provided all the quotes from the scientific articles showing results of kratom studies. The bibliography is quite large and will be a good starting point for every kratom researcher. As soon as the book is in stores next week I will launch the website <a href="http://www.azcsf.org" rel="noopener">www.azcsf.org</a> ,There will be the complete bibliography to download (for nerds) and all the pictures in high resolution as well as many extras. Everything completely free.     KS: Is Kratom legal in Germany? DN: Yes it is completely legal for now. But vendors can not advertise kratom it as a product that has any medical or cosmetic value. So most of the time you will get it as dye or as incense, with a label on it that says “not for human consumption”. But to be honest, i am afraid there is a chance that kratom will be prohibited eventually. Germany is still not that liberal in comparison to other European countries like the Netherlands or Portugal. So far we luckily had no deaths or accidents blamed Kratom that have became largely public, according to the website , <a href="http://www.carlyforamerica.com" rel="noopener">www.carlyforamerica.com</a>.  as soon as that changes there will be bad kratom press . Fortunately there is an attempt to found a Kratom Association comparable to the AKA. Some vendors and kratom users want to regulate the sales of kratom and to gather funding to challenge the possible ban. If you are interested in that topic as well, then let me know. I am involved in funding this association, but we are still at the very beginning, and there is not much to tell other than you already know.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">79a38845-21ff-4e8c-bd72-a67056fcc3ed</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:19:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/22525699/joekratominterview.mp3" length="2223470" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Interview with Kratom expert DN: It’s the first real research book on kratom. I focused on the whole topic. That means you don’t have to read the whole book if you are only interested in harvesting kratom or safer use – although it is written in a way...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Interview with Kratom expert DN: It’s the first real research book on kratom. I focused on the whole topic. That means you don’t have to read the whole book if you are only interested in harvesting kratom or safer use – although it is written in a way that you can read it almost like a novel. At <a href="http://www.projectgreenify.com" rel="noopener">www.projectgreenify.com</a>, there is a whole chapter about the botany of kratom. It tells you which countries grow kratom so you can find it on vacation, what it needs to flourish and tells you a lot about the  kratom alternatives. Mostly about the other Mitragynas, Combretum and so on. Next chapter is about the indoor cultivation of Kratom and how to get seeds or cuttings. There is a really large chapter about the history of kratom from the discovery of kratom by the first European explorers to the present day. I have used some of the diaries of Pieter Korthals (the discoverer of Kratom), I was in contact with a lot of museums and have used a quite a bit of research from university studies. In the next chapters I present a variety of kratom recipes, safer use information and the chemistry of the kratom alkaloids. Also there is a chapter about the medicinal benefits of kratom and how to use the ingredients. The Last Chapter is about the legal situation of kratom in the German speaking countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) as well as the other European countries. I also covered the much-asked topics of Kratom benefits and driving and how kratom is detected in drug screenings. The last point is a very tough one because there are fights especially on whether a false positive on opiates is possible because of Kratom. Everything is backed up by scientific research findings. Wherever possible I provided all the quotes from the scientific articles showing results of kratom studies. The bibliography is quite large and will be a good starting point for every kratom researcher. As soon as the book is in stores next week I will launch the website <a href="http://www.azcsf.org" rel="noopener">www.azcsf.org</a> ,There will be the complete bibliography to download (for nerds) and all the pictures in high resolution as well as many extras. Everything completely free.     KS: Is Kratom legal in Germany? DN: Yes it is completely legal for now. But vendors can not advertise kratom it as a product that has any medical or cosmetic value. So most of the time you will get it as dye or as incense, with a label on it that says “not for human consumption”. But to be honest, i am afraid there is a chance that kratom will be prohibited eventually. Germany is still not that liberal in comparison to other European countries like the Netherlands or Portugal. So far we luckily had no deaths or accidents blamed Kratom that have became largely public, according to the website , <a href="http://www.carlyforamerica.com" rel="noopener">www.carlyforamerica.com</a>.  as soon as that changes there will be bad kratom press . Fortunately there is an attempt to found a Kratom Association comparable to the AKA. Some vendors and kratom users want to regulate the sales of kratom and to gather funding to challenge the possible ban. If you are interested in that topic as well, then let me know. I am involved in funding this association, but we are still at the very beginning, and there is not much to tell other than you already know.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>139</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lear Capital Gold Interview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/lear-capital-gold-interview</link><description><![CDATA[Investing At Lear Capital At Lear Capital, customers can also buy a variety of precious metals. This includes silver coins, which the Consumer Affairs reports are inflation-resistant and considered good for a long-term retirement investment. Gold and silver investement coins from Lear Capital, are also sold and managed through auctions and consignments. How to Get Started At Lear Capital When you sign up for an account with Lear Capital, you have a personal account representative. This staff members provide weekly and daily updates on the markets for gold, silver, and platinum. This information covers bullion, copper coins, and precious metals and their real-time market values. According to the website,  <a href="http://www.budgetandinvest.com/2019/12/12/top-five-gold-ira-companies-reviewed/" rel="noopener">www.budgetandinvest.com/2019/12/12/top-five-gold-ira-companies-reviewed/</a> , Lear Capital is one of the top five companies brokering coins When the gold market goes up or down, theoretically you would receive an update from  Lear Capital. This would include professional insight from your account rep regarding what you might want to do with your Lear capital investment based on that information. Pros and Cons of Lear Capital Services This article,  <a href="http://www.1stslice.com/pros-and-cons-of-investing-in-precious-metals/" rel="noopener">www.1stslice.com/pros-and-cons-of-investing-in-precious-metals/</a> reports several pros and few cons for consumers interested in retirement investing with Lear Capital. The biggest asset that the company offers is experience with more than 20 years in the investment industry. Customers have the confidence that investing for two decades in precious metals brings with it. Lear Capital is also able to provide investors with a 30-day price guarantee certificate. This is a great benefit that further eases consumer confidence. You have 30 days to change your mind once you open a new account at the company or make a roll-over on an existing account. This applies specifically to the IRA accounts at  Lear Capital coins. If you notice that the price of the bullion, gold, silver, or numismatic rare coins drops in that 30-day period, Lear Capital will adjust the value of your IRA investment according to the new market rate. Another pro for Lear Capital is that they provide physical possession and liquidation services for gold, silver, and numismatic rare coins. Strata Trust Company is the holding company for Lear Capital. This allows you to use consignment or an auction as optional ways to sell your coins. The only con according to the website,  <a href="http://www.aspiringgentleman.com/finance/6-questions-to-ask-before-investing-in-precious-metals/" rel="noopener">www.aspiringgentleman.com/finance/6-questions-to-ask-before-investing-in-precious-metals/</a> Consumer Affairs report is that there are annual fees. You are required to pay an annual fee to store and/or secure your precious metal investments. The fee varies based on the type of precious metal you are investing in.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">74859a7d-eb0f-42af-a571-6fda1e6edfce</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2020 04:59:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/22522167/goldcoinsepisode.mp3" length="3320613" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Investing At Lear Capital At Lear Capital, customers can also buy a variety of precious metals. This includes silver coins, which the Consumer Affairs reports are inflation-resistant and considered good for a long-term retirement investment. Gold and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Investing At Lear Capital At Lear Capital, customers can also buy a variety of precious metals. This includes silver coins, which the Consumer Affairs reports are inflation-resistant and considered good for a long-term retirement investment. Gold and silver investement coins from Lear Capital, are also sold and managed through auctions and consignments. How to Get Started At Lear Capital When you sign up for an account with Lear Capital, you have a personal account representative. This staff members provide weekly and daily updates on the markets for gold, silver, and platinum. This information covers bullion, copper coins, and precious metals and their real-time market values. According to the website,  <a href="http://www.budgetandinvest.com/2019/12/12/top-five-gold-ira-companies-reviewed/" rel="noopener">www.budgetandinvest.com/2019/12/12/top-five-gold-ira-companies-reviewed/</a> , Lear Capital is one of the top five companies brokering coins When the gold market goes up or down, theoretically you would receive an update from  Lear Capital. This would include professional insight from your account rep regarding what you might want to do with your Lear capital investment based on that information. Pros and Cons of Lear Capital Services This article,  <a href="http://www.1stslice.com/pros-and-cons-of-investing-in-precious-metals/" rel="noopener">www.1stslice.com/pros-and-cons-of-investing-in-precious-metals/</a> reports several pros and few cons for consumers interested in retirement investing with Lear Capital. The biggest asset that the company offers is experience with more than 20 years in the investment industry. Customers have the confidence that investing for two decades in precious metals brings with it. Lear Capital is also able to provide investors with a 30-day price guarantee certificate. This is a great benefit that further eases consumer confidence. You have 30 days to change your mind once you open a new account at the company or make a roll-over on an existing account. This applies specifically to the IRA accounts at  Lear Capital coins. If you notice that the price of the bullion, gold, silver, or numismatic rare coins drops in that 30-day period, Lear Capital will adjust the value of your IRA investment according to the new market rate. Another pro for Lear Capital is that they provide physical possession and liquidation services for gold, silver, and numismatic rare coins. Strata Trust Company is the holding company for Lear Capital. This allows you to use consignment or an auction as optional ways to sell your coins. The only con according to the website,  <a href="http://www.aspiringgentleman.com/finance/6-questions-to-ask-before-investing-in-precious-metals/" rel="noopener">www.aspiringgentleman.com/finance/6-questions-to-ask-before-investing-in-precious-metals/</a> Consumer Affairs report is that there are annual fees. You are required to pay an annual fee to store and/or secure your precious metal investments. The fee varies based on the type of precious metal you are investing in.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>208</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Lear Capital Roth IRA Explained</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/lear-capital-roth-ira-explained</link><description><![CDATA[Lear Capital IRA Explained   The 401 k plan is a retirement saving plan that is available to many Americans. Employees can invest a certain percentage of their salary before tax deductions into a 401k savings account. You only pay taxes on the amount saved when you decide to withdraw funds from the 401(k)thus allowing you to build up a financial reserve to utilize after you have retired from the company. One disadvantage with the  Lear Capital 401(k) savings plan is that it needs to be sponsored by your employer. If your company doesn't offer a 401(k), then you cannot invest this way, although other tax-deferred financial options may exist. Another example according to the website,  <a href="http://www.retirementliving.com/reviews/lear-capital" rel="noopener">www.retirementliving.com/reviews/lear-capital</a>-review  , is the Lear Capital Individual Retirement Account or Gold IRA, which allows individuals to create and contribute to their own retirement savings account. Just like the 401k, the Lear Capital IRA savings are also free from tax deductions until withdrawn. What is a Lear Capital Precious Metal IRA? A precious metal retirement account works similar to an ordinary IRA, with a critical difference. While traditional IRAs generally limit the investments you can purchase with your IRA funds (for example, stocks and bonds), according to the website, <a href="http://www.trustpilot.com/review/learcapital.com" rel="noopener">www.trustpilot.com/review/learcapital.com</a> the Lear Capital precious metal IRAs can be used to purchase physical metals such as gold, silver, coins, palladium, and platinum as well. One important point to note is that not all investment brokers offering IRA services will support a precious metal IRA. Starting a high yield Lear Capital IRA Lear Capital has simple steps to open or rollover funds into a precious metals IRA account for its customers. (Note: All accounts are opened with professional, third party IRA administrators.) Here's how to open a new account or roll over a precious metals IRA account with Lear Capital's assistance on this website, <a href="http://www.valuewalk.com/2020/02/lear-capital/" rel="noopener">www.valuewalk.com/2020/02/lear-capital/</a> Once you successfully submit the form, a representative will then contact you to confirm your identity as well as collect additional information to open your IRA account.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a39109f7-cb1e-4c24-af53-e54da22a4a2c</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:30:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/22389444/y2mate_com_4_things_you_need_to_know_before_opening_a_roth_ira_czfqzmmdzmm_audiotrimmer_com.mp3" length="3361364" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Lear Capital IRA Explained   The 401 k plan is a retirement saving plan that is available to many Americans. Employees can invest a certain percentage of their salary before tax deductions into a 401k savings account. You only pay taxes on the amount...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Lear Capital IRA Explained   The 401 k plan is a retirement saving plan that is available to many Americans. Employees can invest a certain percentage of their salary before tax deductions into a 401k savings account. You only pay taxes on the amount saved when you decide to withdraw funds from the 401(k)thus allowing you to build up a financial reserve to utilize after you have retired from the company. One disadvantage with the  Lear Capital 401(k) savings plan is that it needs to be sponsored by your employer. If your company doesn't offer a 401(k), then you cannot invest this way, although other tax-deferred financial options may exist. Another example according to the website,  <a href="http://www.retirementliving.com/reviews/lear-capital" rel="noopener">www.retirementliving.com/reviews/lear-capital</a>-review  , is the Lear Capital Individual Retirement Account or Gold IRA, which allows individuals to create and contribute to their own retirement savings account. Just like the 401k, the Lear Capital IRA savings are also free from tax deductions until withdrawn. What is a Lear Capital Precious Metal IRA? A precious metal retirement account works similar to an ordinary IRA, with a critical difference. While traditional IRAs generally limit the investments you can purchase with your IRA funds (for example, stocks and bonds), according to the website, <a href="http://www.trustpilot.com/review/learcapital.com" rel="noopener">www.trustpilot.com/review/learcapital.com</a> the Lear Capital precious metal IRAs can be used to purchase physical metals such as gold, silver, coins, palladium, and platinum as well. One important point to note is that not all investment brokers offering IRA services will support a precious metal IRA. Starting a high yield Lear Capital IRA Lear Capital has simple steps to open or rollover funds into a precious metals IRA account for its customers. (Note: All accounts are opened with professional, third party IRA administrators.) Here's how to open a new account or roll over a precious metals IRA account with Lear Capital's assistance on this website, <a href="http://www.valuewalk.com/2020/02/lear-capital/" rel="noopener">www.valuewalk.com/2020/02/lear-capital/</a> Once you successfully submit the form, a representative will then contact you to confirm your identity as well as collect additional information to open your IRA account.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>211</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kratom and Pain Interview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/kratom-and-pain-interview</link><description><![CDATA[When kratom research produced hundreds of scientific papers reporting results of studies, kratom starts moving into mainstream publications like kratom and pain that have been published, but these research studies simply haven’t found enough robust scientific evidence to prove that kratom for pain can safely and effectively treat cancer. Research on maeng da kratom is still ongoing though, with hundreds of scientists investigating the potential of speciosa in cancer and other diseases as part of The International Cannabinoid Research Society. And in 2017 the popular scientific journal Nature published a supplement of review articles about various aspects of kratom. It’s free to access. Internet claims that there is solid “proof” that cannabis or kratom can alleviate pain and anxiety is highly misleading to patients and their families, and builds a false picture of the state of kratom research at <a href="http://www.melanomaresource" rel="noopener">www.melanomaresource</a>.org  in this area.  Virtually all the university research into kratom and pain management so far has been done in the lab.  This is because virtually all the scientific research investigating whether maeng da kratom can treat chronic pain has been done , according to <a href="http://www.hlemo.com" rel="noopener">www.hlemo.com</a>, using pain symptoms in the lab or mice. Because humans are much more complex, these studies showing kratom effects on anxiety don’t necessarily hold true for people. That’s why so many promising kratom results reported in <a href="http://www.eatpakd" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd</a>.com  sadly don’t translate into safe or effective treatments when tested in humans. So far, the best results from lab studies have come from using a combination of highly purified extract found in kratom plants that counteracts the psychoactive effects of THC. But university researchers have also found positive results using man-made kratom for pain, such as a molecule called JWH-133. There have been intriguing results from lab experiments looking at a number of different symptoms, including depression, weight loss and energy. But the take-home message is that different kratom strains seem to have different effects on various people, so they are far from being a ‘universal’ treatment.   There are youtube videos online claiming that people have been completely cured of chronic pain with kratom Despite what these sources may claim, according to the site <a href="http://www.denimandtweed.com" rel="noopener">www.denimandtweed.com</a> , it’s impossible to tell whether these patients have been ‘cured’ by kratom because There is usually no information about their medical diagnosis, stage of disease, what kratom for pain treatments they had, or the chemical make-up of their treatment. These videos also only publish the “success stories”, and don’t share how many people who used kratom had no benefit, or worse, were potentially harmed. Robust university scientific studies describe the detail of  kratom experiments reported on <a href="http://www.amend2012.org" rel="noopener">www.amend2012.org</a> and share the results – positive or negative. This is vital for working out whether a potential kratom based opiate treatment is truly safe and effective, or not. And publishing this data allows doctors around the world to judge the information for themselves and use kratom for the benefit and safety of their patients. This is the standard to which all pain treatments are held, and it’s one that kratom should be held to, too]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6e863a93-6020-4fcf-a355-b4fb4ea9459e</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2020 19:01:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21838196/cbd_and_cancer_interview.mp3" length="4354435" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When kratom research produced hundreds of scientific papers reporting results of studies, kratom starts moving into mainstream publications like kratom and pain that have been published, but these research studies simply haven’t found enough robust...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When kratom research produced hundreds of scientific papers reporting results of studies, kratom starts moving into mainstream publications like kratom and pain that have been published, but these research studies simply haven’t found enough robust scientific evidence to prove that kratom for pain can safely and effectively treat cancer. Research on maeng da kratom is still ongoing though, with hundreds of scientists investigating the potential of speciosa in cancer and other diseases as part of The International Cannabinoid Research Society. And in 2017 the popular scientific journal Nature published a supplement of review articles about various aspects of kratom. It’s free to access. Internet claims that there is solid “proof” that cannabis or kratom can alleviate pain and anxiety is highly misleading to patients and their families, and builds a false picture of the state of kratom research at <a href="http://www.melanomaresource" rel="noopener">www.melanomaresource</a>.org  in this area.  Virtually all the university research into kratom and pain management so far has been done in the lab.  This is because virtually all the scientific research investigating whether maeng da kratom can treat chronic pain has been done , according to <a href="http://www.hlemo.com" rel="noopener">www.hlemo.com</a>, using pain symptoms in the lab or mice. Because humans are much more complex, these studies showing kratom effects on anxiety don’t necessarily hold true for people. That’s why so many promising kratom results reported in <a href="http://www.eatpakd" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd</a>.com  sadly don’t translate into safe or effective treatments when tested in humans. So far, the best results from lab studies have come from using a combination of highly purified extract found in kratom plants that counteracts the psychoactive effects of THC. But university researchers have also found positive results using man-made kratom for pain, such as a molecule called JWH-133. There have been intriguing results from lab experiments looking at a number of different symptoms, including depression, weight loss and energy. But the take-home message is that different kratom strains seem to have different effects on various people, so they are far from being a ‘universal’ treatment.   There are youtube videos online claiming that people have been completely cured of chronic pain with kratom Despite what these sources may claim, according to the site <a href="http://www.denimandtweed.com" rel="noopener">www.denimandtweed.com</a> , it’s impossible to tell whether these patients have been ‘cured’ by kratom because There is usually no information about their medical diagnosis, stage of disease, what kratom for pain treatments they had, or the chemical make-up of their treatment. These videos also only publish the “success stories”, and don’t share how many people who used kratom had no benefit, or worse, were potentially harmed. Robust university scientific studies describe the detail of  kratom experiments reported on <a href="http://www.amend2012.org" rel="noopener">www.amend2012.org</a> and share the results – positive or negative. This is vital for working out whether a potential kratom based opiate treatment is truly safe and effective, or not. And publishing this data allows doctors around the world to judge the information for themselves and use kratom for the benefit and safety of their patients. This is the standard to which all pain treatments are held, and it’s one that kratom should be held to, too]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>273</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Truth About Kratom 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/truth-about-kratom-2</link><description><![CDATA[Kratom Myth and Truth Even though this article from <a href="http://www.rosypress.com/learn-about-kratom-alcohol/" rel="noopener">www.rosypress.com/learn-about-kratom-alcohol/</a> , maeng da Kratom is linked to an extensive list of benefits, one that is the most popular would be its energy and pain relieving effects. In the Kratom community, euphoria and energy are frequently mentioned together. This has to do with Kratom powders and pills that are known for producing energy as well as euphoric effects. Kratom extract works on boosting physiological capabilities in the way of bringing about increased energy, clarity, focus, and alertness. One of the main health benefits listed at <a href="http://www.nova-magazine.net/uncategorized/borneo-kratom-powder/" rel="noopener">www.nova-magazine.net/uncategorized/borneo-kratom-powder/</a> ,for people that use Kratom is that it is free from toxins and chemicals, along with adverse side effects when taken in moderation. The kratom leaves contain bioactive compounds known as alkaloids. These active alkaloids present in Kratom include 7-hydroxy mitragynine and Mitragynine. The alkaloids react with opioid receptors inside the brain. Once these alkaloids have bound to your receptors, neurotransmitters are released which triggers the effects that you will feel. Once Kratom kicks in, you will experience a type of adrenaline rush that involves both noradrenaline and adrenaline. For this reason,  <a href="http://www.smsmf.org/health/maeng-da-kratom-strain/" rel="noopener">www.smsmf.org/health/maeng-da-kratom-strain/</a>, notes that Kratom is regarded as exceptional for energy. The Best Kratom Strains You Can Use For Energy The Kratom strains include red vein, white vein, and green vein. While each of these strains produces several different successful benefits, those who are most interested in energy should be looking into specific types of Kratom powders. Maeng Da Kratom Among the best energy strains of Kratom would be Maeng Da. According to  <a href="http://www.ciaopittsburgh.com/want-to-get-rid-of-your-pain-which-is-the-best-kratom-for-pain/" rel="noopener">www.ciaopittsburgh.com/want-to-get-rid-of-your-pain-which-is-the-best-kratom-for-pain/</a> ,This strain contains an alkaloid count that is high which provides energetic stimulation. All of the Maeng Da strains offer excellent energy effects, but white Maeng Da offers the highest energy levels. If you prefer an energy approach that is more subtle, the green Maeng Da is worth a try. For a faster, yet mild energy stimulation, the red Maeng Da is a good choice. Here is a description of 2 types of Kratom strains for energy:  White Vein Thai Kratom  Among the more popular Kratom strains is the White Vein Thai Kratom. This strain is known for its soothing effects and is the ideal choice according to this article, <a href="http://expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/" rel="noopener">http://expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/</a>, for those interested in a boost of energy accompanied by relaxing effects. If you feel overwhelmed or you constantly feel anxious or worried, this may be the right strain for you. This is also a great strain for those who experience erratic mood swings.  Green Malay Kratom  When you are looking for a powerful strain for energy and focus, the Green Malay Kratom is an excellent choice. according to doctor deer at <a href="http://staffmonitoring.com/p32/stats.htm" rel="noopener">http://staffmonitoring.com/p32/stats.htm</a> ,This Kratom is very popular among entrepreneurs and students. The Green Malay Kratom is exceptional for boosting cognitive abilities, as well as helping you to find creativity, motivation and to boost your mood. If you prefer a high that is more stimulating increase your dose. Dosage Advice Before you buy a Kratom strain for energy and focus, it is very important to know the dose you need to take. If your main aim is to achieve focus and energy from a Kratom strain, it will not take very much in order to obtain those effects. If you are using Kratom for the first time it is recommended to begin with a dose of between 1 to 2 grams. If you have used Kratom before, a dose of between 2 to 4 grams is usually more than enough.  ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">91c54785-d283-46e2-b0b6-a844db3ccea0</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2020 05:18:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21599255/y2mate_com_kratom_the_real_truth_2.mp3" length="4267918" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Kratom Myth and Truth Even though this article from www.rosypress.com/learn-about-kratom-alcohol/ , maeng da Kratom is linked to an extensive list of benefits, one that is the most popular would be its energy and pain relieving effects. In the Kratom...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kratom Myth and Truth Even though this article from <a href="http://www.rosypress.com/learn-about-kratom-alcohol/" rel="noopener">www.rosypress.com/learn-about-kratom-alcohol/</a> , maeng da Kratom is linked to an extensive list of benefits, one that is the most popular would be its energy and pain relieving effects. In the Kratom community, euphoria and energy are frequently mentioned together. This has to do with Kratom powders and pills that are known for producing energy as well as euphoric effects. Kratom extract works on boosting physiological capabilities in the way of bringing about increased energy, clarity, focus, and alertness. One of the main health benefits listed at <a href="http://www.nova-magazine.net/uncategorized/borneo-kratom-powder/" rel="noopener">www.nova-magazine.net/uncategorized/borneo-kratom-powder/</a> ,for people that use Kratom is that it is free from toxins and chemicals, along with adverse side effects when taken in moderation. The kratom leaves contain bioactive compounds known as alkaloids. These active alkaloids present in Kratom include 7-hydroxy mitragynine and Mitragynine. The alkaloids react with opioid receptors inside the brain. Once these alkaloids have bound to your receptors, neurotransmitters are released which triggers the effects that you will feel. Once Kratom kicks in, you will experience a type of adrenaline rush that involves both noradrenaline and adrenaline. For this reason,  <a href="http://www.smsmf.org/health/maeng-da-kratom-strain/" rel="noopener">www.smsmf.org/health/maeng-da-kratom-strain/</a>, notes that Kratom is regarded as exceptional for energy. The Best Kratom Strains You Can Use For Energy The Kratom strains include red vein, white vein, and green vein. While each of these strains produces several different successful benefits, those who are most interested in energy should be looking into specific types of Kratom powders. Maeng Da Kratom Among the best energy strains of Kratom would be Maeng Da. According to  <a href="http://www.ciaopittsburgh.com/want-to-get-rid-of-your-pain-which-is-the-best-kratom-for-pain/" rel="noopener">www.ciaopittsburgh.com/want-to-get-rid-of-your-pain-which-is-the-best-kratom-for-pain/</a> ,This strain contains an alkaloid count that is high which provides energetic stimulation. All of the Maeng Da strains offer excellent energy effects, but white Maeng Da offers the highest energy levels. If you prefer an energy approach that is more subtle, the green Maeng Da is worth a try. For a faster, yet mild energy stimulation, the red Maeng Da is a good choice. Here is a description of 2 types of Kratom strains for energy:  White Vein Thai Kratom  Among the more popular Kratom strains is the White Vein Thai Kratom. This strain is known for its soothing effects and is the ideal choice according to this article, <a href="http://expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/" rel="noopener">http://expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/</a>, for those interested in a boost of energy accompanied by relaxing effects. If you feel overwhelmed or you constantly feel anxious or worried, this may be the right strain for you. This is also a great strain for those who experience erratic mood swings.  Green Malay Kratom  When you are looking for a powerful strain for energy and focus, the Green Malay Kratom is an excellent choice. according to doctor deer at <a href="http://staffmonitoring.com/p32/stats.htm" rel="noopener">http://staffmonitoring.com/p32/stats.htm</a> ,This Kratom is very popular among entrepreneurs and students. The Green Malay Kratom is exceptional for boosting cognitive abilities, as well as helping you to find creativity, motivation and to boost your mood. If you prefer a high that is more stimulating increase your dose. Dosage Advice Before you buy a Kratom strain for energy and focus, it is very important to know the dose you need to take. If your main aim is to achieve focus and energy from a Kratom strain, it...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>267</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>History of CBD oil</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/history-of-cbd-oil</link><description><![CDATA[The Discovery of CBD In spite of the fact that CBD was thoroughly used for a wide range of reasons over thousands of years across the world. There remains a substantial amount about hemp and cannabis that we still don't know about. In fact, the most recent discovery about an individual cannabinoid wasn't actually made until 1940. according to this article <a href="http://www.leahsfitness.com/does-cbd-oil-work-for-pain-and-stress-relief/" rel="noopener">www.leahsfitness.com/does-cbd-oil-work-for-pain-and-stress-relief/</a> , It was only at this time that Robert S. Cahn published his findings on the structure of Cannabinol (CBN). A couple of years later, a chemist based in the US at <a href="http://www.ucgardnercenter.com" rel="noopener">www.ucgardnercenter.com</a> known as Roger Adams actually managed to isolate cannabidiol (CBD). This is one of the times that history was officially made as Adams officially isolated CBD for the very first time. It would be more than 20 years until THC would be effectively isolated too. And the accomplishment went to Dr. Raphael Mechoulam of the <a href="http://www.ecnsweb.com" rel="noopener">www.ecnsweb.com</a> website in 1963, when he identified CBD's stereochemistry, as well as THC in 1964.   With a study conducted in 1978, he provided doses of 300 mgs of CBD on a daily basis for eight volunteers with medically diagnosed epilepsy. Within four months of these treatments, more than half of the group actually stopped having seizures reported in this article <a href="http://www.alternativemedicine.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-best-cbd-gummies/" rel="noopener">www.alternativemedicine.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-best-cbd-gummies/</a>, while the remainder saw a marked decrease in the amount of seizures that they had. It was a landmark piece of research.. CBD As of Now During the latter decades of the 20th century, Dr. Lisa Matsuda of <a href="http://www.degreejungle.com" rel="noopener">www.degreejungle.com</a> sought to discover the functions of CBD, and actually uncovered the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Interestingly, Dr Matsuda was the very first researcher to describe the underlying structure and function of CB1, which operates as a cannabinoid receptor. Meanwhile, the CBD2 receptor was discovered shortly therafter and a possible third receptor which is known as GPR55. The website <a href="http://www.vacfacts.info" rel="noopener">www.vacfacts.info</a> reported the CBD research in florida According to the website <a href="http://www.as1effect.com" rel="noopener">www.as1effect.com</a> , One of the biggest breakthroughs for the field of CBDs occurred back in 1996 , when the state of California became the very first state in the USA to legalize the medicinal applications of CBD and marijuana for patients. Over the next four years, an additional seven states listed at <a href="http://www.womendailymagazine.com/cbd-for-sleep-why-you-should-give-cbd-oil-to-your-grandparents/" rel="noopener">www.womendailymagazine.com/cbd-for-sleep-why-you-should-give-cbd-oil-to-your-grandparents/</a> would follow California's example. Since then, there have been more than 33 states, including Washington DC, that now permit the medical application of CBD oil. In addition to this number, 11 of these same states, including the District of Columbia, actually permit recreational use CBD. While there are an increasing number of states within the USA that actually make use of CBD rported by the website <a href="http://www.smsmf.org" rel="noopener">www.smsmf.org</a> to some capacity, they still remain federally illegal. Back in 2006, Charlotte Figi was diagnosed with Dravet's syndrome, which is an extremely rare kind of epilepsy that causes hundreds of seizures on a weekly basis.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">41c94921-709c-46da-97bf-ed7f22f3248d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2020 02:08:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21269272/y2mate_com_cbdmd_reviewed_by_the_cbdectective_aholyr1stjq.mp3" length="3100558" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Discovery of CBD In spite of the fact that CBD was thoroughly used for a wide range of reasons over thousands of years across the world. There remains a substantial amount about hemp and cannabis that we still don't know about. In fact, the most...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Discovery of CBD In spite of the fact that CBD was thoroughly used for a wide range of reasons over thousands of years across the world. There remains a substantial amount about hemp and cannabis that we still don't know about. In fact, the most recent discovery about an individual cannabinoid wasn't actually made until 1940. according to this article <a href="http://www.leahsfitness.com/does-cbd-oil-work-for-pain-and-stress-relief/" rel="noopener">www.leahsfitness.com/does-cbd-oil-work-for-pain-and-stress-relief/</a> , It was only at this time that Robert S. Cahn published his findings on the structure of Cannabinol (CBN). A couple of years later, a chemist based in the US at <a href="http://www.ucgardnercenter.com" rel="noopener">www.ucgardnercenter.com</a> known as Roger Adams actually managed to isolate cannabidiol (CBD). This is one of the times that history was officially made as Adams officially isolated CBD for the very first time. It would be more than 20 years until THC would be effectively isolated too. And the accomplishment went to Dr. Raphael Mechoulam of the <a href="http://www.ecnsweb.com" rel="noopener">www.ecnsweb.com</a> website in 1963, when he identified CBD's stereochemistry, as well as THC in 1964.   With a study conducted in 1978, he provided doses of 300 mgs of CBD on a daily basis for eight volunteers with medically diagnosed epilepsy. Within four months of these treatments, more than half of the group actually stopped having seizures reported in this article <a href="http://www.alternativemedicine.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-best-cbd-gummies/" rel="noopener">www.alternativemedicine.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-best-cbd-gummies/</a>, while the remainder saw a marked decrease in the amount of seizures that they had. It was a landmark piece of research.. CBD As of Now During the latter decades of the 20th century, Dr. Lisa Matsuda of <a href="http://www.degreejungle.com" rel="noopener">www.degreejungle.com</a> sought to discover the functions of CBD, and actually uncovered the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Interestingly, Dr Matsuda was the very first researcher to describe the underlying structure and function of CB1, which operates as a cannabinoid receptor. Meanwhile, the CBD2 receptor was discovered shortly therafter and a possible third receptor which is known as GPR55. The website <a href="http://www.vacfacts.info" rel="noopener">www.vacfacts.info</a> reported the CBD research in florida According to the website <a href="http://www.as1effect.com" rel="noopener">www.as1effect.com</a> , One of the biggest breakthroughs for the field of CBDs occurred back in 1996 , when the state of California became the very first state in the USA to legalize the medicinal applications of CBD and marijuana for patients. Over the next four years, an additional seven states listed at <a href="http://www.womendailymagazine.com/cbd-for-sleep-why-you-should-give-cbd-oil-to-your-grandparents/" rel="noopener">www.womendailymagazine.com/cbd-for-sleep-why-you-should-give-cbd-oil-to-your-grandparents/</a> would follow California's example. Since then, there have been more than 33 states, including Washington DC, that now permit the medical application of CBD oil. In addition to this number, 11 of these same states, including the District of Columbia, actually permit recreational use CBD. While there are an increasing number of states within the USA that actually make use of CBD rported by the website <a href="http://www.smsmf.org" rel="noopener">www.smsmf.org</a> to some capacity, they still remain federally illegal. Back in 2006, Charlotte Figi was diagnosed with Dravet's syndrome, which is an extremely rare kind of epilepsy that causes hundreds of seizures on a weekly basis.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>194</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gold Kratom Review</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/gold-kratom-review</link><description><![CDATA[Excerpt from the interview, At the same time, several Kratom brands listed at <a href="http://www.thenextfitnessstar.com/fitness_star/rachel-nicks/" rel="noopener">www.thenextfitnessstar.com/fitness_star/rachel-nicks/</a> contacted me offering free samples to use during my evaluation.  I decided to accept samples from three of these companies listed at <a href="http://www.expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/" rel="noopener">www.expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/</a> Because I accepted these free samples, I felt it was no longer ethical to write the follow-up kratom article on <a href="http://www.getmapper.com--" rel="noopener">www.getmapper.com--</a> a venue for which I am verified to write.  Instead I chose to move the follow-up here, to The Daily Brain, a blog I own and derive exactly zero compensation from. I am grateful to each of the kratom companies that supplied samples, because <a href="http://www.ifocusband.com" rel="noopener">www.ifocusband.com</a> enabled me to conduct a much more thorough evaluation of kratom than would have been possible with only one brand Having said that, I will not be comparing products from different companies in this kratom post, <a href="http://www.healthyvoyager.com/kratom-and-maeng-da-dosage-how-can-it-help-you-lose-weight-fast-gain-energy/" rel="noopener">www.healthyvoyager.com/kratom-and-maeng-da-dosage-how-can-it-help-you-lose-weight-fast-gain-energy/</a>. That was never my intention. Rather, I will simply provide you with my personal experience with the products in general.  The two forms of Kratom I experimented with were powder and capsules. I also experimented with a variety of strains and “fusions” of different strains and extracts.  Generally speaking, I took Kratom in the morning, usually mixed with a small amount of orange juice a recipe I found on <a href="https://www.mostinside.com/3-popular-strains-of-kratom/" rel="noopener">https://www.mostinside.com/3-popular-strains-of-kratom/</a> I did not experience a tremendous difference between strains, although the fusions that contained extracts were consistently more potent. Because the extracts lead to quicker tolerance, I spaced out my usage and tried to stick to regular strains most of the time.  I especially liked Bali, Maeng Da and Green Thai.  Now for the effects. My overall takeaway is that according to the article on <a href="http://www.methlabhomes.com" rel="noopener">www.methlabhomes.com</a> ,Kratom has a two-tiered effect. Initially it provides a burst of energy very similar to a strong cup of coffee.  Unlike coffee, however, the energy I derived from Kratom was longer-lasting and level.  My experience with coffee is that the initial burst is strong but it tapers and descends rapidly, leading to the well-known caffeine crash. The energy from Kratom, on the other hand, would often last for three or four hours, but was subtle enough that at no point did I feel like I was jumping out of my skin. I also did not experience an energy crash with any of the Kratom products I sampled at <a href="http://www.eatpakd.com" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd.com</a> The second-tier effect was relaxing, but fell short of being sedating. I never felt sleepy while taking Kratom, but I did experience a level relaxation that was pleasant, and balanced out the initial energy-boosting effects nicely.  As to side effects, I can’t say that I experienced any worth noting. A few times I noticed that my eyes were bloodshot after I used a fusion containing an extract, but that was not a consistent side effect and it never obscured my vision, nor did it seem related to any other drawbacks.  As to the difference between capsules and powder, I noticed that the powder worked faster, but the capsules seemed to be generally as effective, though with somewhat delayed effects. That makes perfect sense since it takes the stomach a bit longer to break down the gelatin containing the powder.  My biggest concern with most of the products I sampled is that it’s not easy to nail down the specific amount to take. I used “bakers spoons” that indicated how many grams a spoonful contained, but I’d strongly recommend anyone who wants to take the product long-term to invest in a decent-quality digital kitchen scale. I am indebted to several people who have sold Kratom for years for offering free advice on how to arrive at the correct amount for my body type (I'm six feet, 225 lbs with an athletic build).  In my case, about three grams was adequate to induce an effect, but I have been told by several regular Kratom users on the blog <a href="http://www.surfsettoronto.com" rel="noopener">www.surfsettoronto.com</a> that amounts vary greatly by person.  I can’t make any recommendations on the “right” amount of kratom to use. I simply experimented with amounts (guided by the advice I mentioned) until I found one that worked well for me.  My overall comment on Kratom as published on <a href="http://www.ecnsweb.com" rel="noopener">www.ecnsweb.com</a> is that it’s a lot like good coffee, but with a more even, long-lasting energy effect, and a much more pleasant “finish.”  As to the results of stopping usage, I can tell you without hyperbole that getting off coffee is a far worse experience than getting off Kratom. I was able to stop taking Kratom for three days and at most I experienced a bit of sluggishness that wore off in a day or so.  Withdrawal from coffee, for me, includes at minimum two days of excruciating headaches that make me want to rip trees from the ground and toss them through store windows (something I've never actually done, mind you). Suffice to say, caffeine withdrawal is significantly worse than Kratom withdrawal, if it can even be called There's no comparison whatsoever.  Having now experienced the product myself for a number of weeks, I can see no reason why it should be banned, or on what basis such a product would be banned if people can walk into a typical coffee shop and buy an enormous cup of anthat’s arguably more potent than any Kratom available anywhere.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c50b6651-5a2b-4e48-a40b-617181164121</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2020 04:08:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21262794/y2mate_com_indo_gold_kratom.mp3" length="4228630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Excerpt from the interview, At the same time, several Kratom brands listed at www.thenextfitnessstar.com/fitness_star/rachel-nicks/ contacted me offering free samples to use during my evaluation.  I decided to accept samples from three of these...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Excerpt from the interview, At the same time, several Kratom brands listed at <a href="http://www.thenextfitnessstar.com/fitness_star/rachel-nicks/" rel="noopener">www.thenextfitnessstar.com/fitness_star/rachel-nicks/</a> contacted me offering free samples to use during my evaluation.  I decided to accept samples from three of these companies listed at <a href="http://www.expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/" rel="noopener">www.expressdigest.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-kratom/</a> Because I accepted these free samples, I felt it was no longer ethical to write the follow-up kratom article on <a href="http://www.getmapper.com--" rel="noopener">www.getmapper.com--</a> a venue for which I am verified to write.  Instead I chose to move the follow-up here, to The Daily Brain, a blog I own and derive exactly zero compensation from. I am grateful to each of the kratom companies that supplied samples, because <a href="http://www.ifocusband.com" rel="noopener">www.ifocusband.com</a> enabled me to conduct a much more thorough evaluation of kratom than would have been possible with only one brand Having said that, I will not be comparing products from different companies in this kratom post, <a href="http://www.healthyvoyager.com/kratom-and-maeng-da-dosage-how-can-it-help-you-lose-weight-fast-gain-energy/" rel="noopener">www.healthyvoyager.com/kratom-and-maeng-da-dosage-how-can-it-help-you-lose-weight-fast-gain-energy/</a>. That was never my intention. Rather, I will simply provide you with my personal experience with the products in general.  The two forms of Kratom I experimented with were powder and capsules. I also experimented with a variety of strains and “fusions” of different strains and extracts.  Generally speaking, I took Kratom in the morning, usually mixed with a small amount of orange juice a recipe I found on <a href="https://www.mostinside.com/3-popular-strains-of-kratom/" rel="noopener">https://www.mostinside.com/3-popular-strains-of-kratom/</a> I did not experience a tremendous difference between strains, although the fusions that contained extracts were consistently more potent. Because the extracts lead to quicker tolerance, I spaced out my usage and tried to stick to regular strains most of the time.  I especially liked Bali, Maeng Da and Green Thai.  Now for the effects. My overall takeaway is that according to the article on <a href="http://www.methlabhomes.com" rel="noopener">www.methlabhomes.com</a> ,Kratom has a two-tiered effect. Initially it provides a burst of energy very similar to a strong cup of coffee.  Unlike coffee, however, the energy I derived from Kratom was longer-lasting and level.  My experience with coffee is that the initial burst is strong but it tapers and descends rapidly, leading to the well-known caffeine crash. The energy from Kratom, on the other hand, would often last for three or four hours, but was subtle enough that at no point did I feel like I was jumping out of my skin. I also did not experience an energy crash with any of the Kratom products I sampled at <a href="http://www.eatpakd.com" rel="noopener">www.eatpakd.com</a> The second-tier effect was relaxing, but fell short of being sedating. I never felt sleepy while taking Kratom, but I did experience a level relaxation that was pleasant, and balanced out the initial energy-boosting effects nicely.  As to side effects, I can’t say that I experienced any worth noting. A few times I noticed that my eyes were bloodshot after I used a fusion containing an extract, but that was not a consistent side effect and it never obscured my vision, nor did it seem related to any other drawbacks.  As to the difference between capsules and powder, I noticed that the powder worked faster, but the capsules seemed to be generally as effective, though with somewhat delayed effects. That makes perfect sense since it takes the stomach a bit longer to break down the gelatin containing the powder.  My biggest concern with most of the...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>265</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Plus CBD Review</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/plus-cbd-review</link><description><![CDATA[CV Sciences plus cbd offers its Spray at a lower price than its oil drops, making it an appealing choice for readers of <a href="http://www.cannabislaw.report/using-cbd-oil-for-insomnia/" rel="noopener">www.cannabislaw.report/using-cbd-oil-for-insomnia/</a> a very informative CBD website. Sprays are available in concentrations of 50 mg, 250 mg, and 600 mg in either one- or two-ounce bottles. According to <a href="http://www.ckfwi.org" rel="noopener">www.ckfwi.org</a> The product is quite similar to CBD Oil tincture, but it is sprayed twice into the mouth rather than in food, drinks, or sublingual under the tongue. This news article,  <a href="http://www.nbc-2.com/story/41366918/health-benefits-of-cbd-gummies-for-kids" rel="noopener">www.nbc-2.com/story/41366918/health-benefits-of-cbd-gummies-for-kids</a> said CV Sciences offers its full spectrum CBD oil spray in unflavored, vanilla, and peppermint varieties, with added nutrients and Vitamin C for extra health benefits.Plus CBD Oil softgels are one of CV Sciences’ most popular products. Plus CBD Oil is made up of a compound collection of phytocannabinoids said this post at <a href="http://www.dynamicexperiencesgroup.com/cbd/best-cbd-oil-for-cancer" rel="noopener">www.dynamicexperiencesgroup.com/cbd/best-cbd-oil-for-cancer</a>/  It is produced from high-quality industrial farmed hemp. CV Sciences uses its Gold Formula in its CBD Oil Drops, <a href="http://www.troymedia.com/partner-content/cbd-anxiety-remedy/" rel="noopener">www.troymedia.com/partner-content/cbd-anxiety-remedy/</a> said about its highest concentration of extra potency CBD available in any of its products. CBD Oil Drops are available in one- and two-ounce bottles in either 150 mg or 650 mg sizes. According to the CBD website <a href="http://www.fossgeo.org" rel="noopener">www.fossgeo.org</a> , Each size comes in either unflavored or peppermint variants. Each one-ounce bottle of CBD contains 60 servings dispensed by a built-in dropper for easy application and absorption. Each serving contains 3 mg of quality hemp-derived CBD that can be added to food and drink or taken directly.  is one of the easiest ways to consume a full-spectrum phytocannabinoid product available. Many visitors to <a href="http://www.melanomaresource.org" rel="noopener">www.melanomaresource.org</a> reported they enjoy water soluble CBD but also want the amazing benefits offered by the many other cannabinoids produced by hemp. Because the softgels are produced using the full raw oil that comes from harvested hemp plants after the CO2 extraction process, at <a href="http://www.aderonkebamidele.com/cbd-oil-helps-achieve-better-sleep/" rel="noopener">www.aderonkebamidele.com/cbd-oil-helps-achieve-better-sleep/</a> they offer extra strength CBD in conjunction with other cannabinoids for a more potent effect. Softgels and tincture include CBDA, the acidic precursor cannabinoid that becomes CBD during the decarboxylation process. CBDA possesses its own unique potential benefits for a number of conditions, from cancer to pain symptoms benefits. According to the CBD article ,  <a href="http://www.sumnermredstonefoundation.org/2017/12/01/bart-scholarship" rel="noopener">www.sumnermredstonefoundation.org/2017/12/01/bart-scholarship</a>/ each serving contains 5 mg of CBDA/CBD for a total of 30 servings per bottle. Gluten-free, it uses extra-virgin olive oil as its base.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">254c4797-8bbf-45ec-81f7-4349327cde2e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2019 20:33:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21239305/y2mate_com_plus_cbd_oil_review_investigated_by_cbd_dectective_cakpaidmm74.mp3" length="4085270" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>CV Sciences plus cbd offers its Spray at a lower price than its oil drops, making it an appealing choice for readers of www.cannabislaw.report/using-cbd-oil-for-insomnia/ a very informative CBD website. Sprays are available in concentrations of 50 mg,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[CV Sciences plus cbd offers its Spray at a lower price than its oil drops, making it an appealing choice for readers of <a href="http://www.cannabislaw.report/using-cbd-oil-for-insomnia/" rel="noopener">www.cannabislaw.report/using-cbd-oil-for-insomnia/</a> a very informative CBD website. Sprays are available in concentrations of 50 mg, 250 mg, and 600 mg in either one- or two-ounce bottles. According to <a href="http://www.ckfwi.org" rel="noopener">www.ckfwi.org</a> The product is quite similar to CBD Oil tincture, but it is sprayed twice into the mouth rather than in food, drinks, or sublingual under the tongue. This news article,  <a href="http://www.nbc-2.com/story/41366918/health-benefits-of-cbd-gummies-for-kids" rel="noopener">www.nbc-2.com/story/41366918/health-benefits-of-cbd-gummies-for-kids</a> said CV Sciences offers its full spectrum CBD oil spray in unflavored, vanilla, and peppermint varieties, with added nutrients and Vitamin C for extra health benefits.Plus CBD Oil softgels are one of CV Sciences’ most popular products. Plus CBD Oil is made up of a compound collection of phytocannabinoids said this post at <a href="http://www.dynamicexperiencesgroup.com/cbd/best-cbd-oil-for-cancer" rel="noopener">www.dynamicexperiencesgroup.com/cbd/best-cbd-oil-for-cancer</a>/  It is produced from high-quality industrial farmed hemp. CV Sciences uses its Gold Formula in its CBD Oil Drops, <a href="http://www.troymedia.com/partner-content/cbd-anxiety-remedy/" rel="noopener">www.troymedia.com/partner-content/cbd-anxiety-remedy/</a> said about its highest concentration of extra potency CBD available in any of its products. CBD Oil Drops are available in one- and two-ounce bottles in either 150 mg or 650 mg sizes. According to the CBD website <a href="http://www.fossgeo.org" rel="noopener">www.fossgeo.org</a> , Each size comes in either unflavored or peppermint variants. Each one-ounce bottle of CBD contains 60 servings dispensed by a built-in dropper for easy application and absorption. Each serving contains 3 mg of quality hemp-derived CBD that can be added to food and drink or taken directly.  is one of the easiest ways to consume a full-spectrum phytocannabinoid product available. Many visitors to <a href="http://www.melanomaresource.org" rel="noopener">www.melanomaresource.org</a> reported they enjoy water soluble CBD but also want the amazing benefits offered by the many other cannabinoids produced by hemp. Because the softgels are produced using the full raw oil that comes from harvested hemp plants after the CO2 extraction process, at <a href="http://www.aderonkebamidele.com/cbd-oil-helps-achieve-better-sleep/" rel="noopener">www.aderonkebamidele.com/cbd-oil-helps-achieve-better-sleep/</a> they offer extra strength CBD in conjunction with other cannabinoids for a more potent effect. Softgels and tincture include CBDA, the acidic precursor cannabinoid that becomes CBD during the decarboxylation process. CBDA possesses its own unique potential benefits for a number of conditions, from cancer to pain symptoms benefits. According to the CBD article ,  <a href="http://www.sumnermredstonefoundation.org/2017/12/01/bart-scholarship" rel="noopener">www.sumnermredstonefoundation.org/2017/12/01/bart-scholarship</a>/ each serving contains 5 mg of CBDA/CBD for a total of 30 servings per bottle. Gluten-free, it uses extra-virgin olive oil as its base.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>256</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>CBD and Amendment 2012</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/cbd-and-amendment-2012</link><description><![CDATA[Amendment 22 in Nebraska passed the congress today. It allows CBD oil For retail sale in counties with population over 100  Kevin’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Hyasynth Bio An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work with hemp-derived CBD oil and cannabinoids A deep dive into CBD biosynthesis and how Hyasynth Bio uses this process to grow cannabis compounds for  full spectrum CBD inside yeast cells How Hyasynth Bio has successfully overcome challenges with biosynthesis The sciemtific history of biosynthesis in the process of extracting CBD oil for sleep issues and where Kevin sees this relationship evolving in the years to come The different types of end CBD products we’ll start to see for sale in dispensaries that use biosynthesis How biosynthesis will affect  CBD vape oil prices Hyasynth Bio’s intellectual property strategy and how Kevin manages the company’s patents The traditional CBD oil companies that are investing in biosynthesis Where Kevin sees cannabinoid biosynthesis heading in the next 3-5 years Ryan’s background in  CBD oil for kids and how he came to start LeafLink An inside look at LeafLink and the ways in which it helps CBD Oil brands and retailers streamline the ordering process A breakdown of the companies using LeafLink and the number of new brands launching each week How the CBD oil marketplace on LeafLink has evolved over the last two years A snapshot of the bestselling CBD oil products on LeafLink and Ryan’s insight on up-and-comers The data points Ryan finds most interesting about today’s cannabis and CBD marketplace Ryan’s advice to entrepreneurs interested in creating a new cannabis product Ways in which CBD oil formulas and retailers can differentiate themselves in the competitive cannabis space Products LeafLink offers cannabis brands and retailers, including streamlined ordering, CRM, reporting tools, and fulfillment and shipment queues Where LeafLink is currently at in the capital-raising process Where Ryan sees LeafLink and the CBD marketplace heading over the next few years  ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">93cae8ac-c815-4512-be1f-8fadca8d41b3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2019 21:11:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21093129/y2mate_com_best_cbd_oil_for_pain_sleep_anxiety_doctor_recommended_94d09wtv7p0.mp3" length="2575601" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Amendment 22 in Nebraska passed the congress today. It allows CBD oil For retail sale in counties with population over 100  Kevin’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Hyasynth Bio An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Amendment 22 in Nebraska passed the congress today. It allows CBD oil For retail sale in counties with population over 100  Kevin’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Hyasynth Bio An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work with hemp-derived CBD oil and cannabinoids A deep dive into CBD biosynthesis and how Hyasynth Bio uses this process to grow cannabis compounds for  full spectrum CBD inside yeast cells How Hyasynth Bio has successfully overcome challenges with biosynthesis The sciemtific history of biosynthesis in the process of extracting CBD oil for sleep issues and where Kevin sees this relationship evolving in the years to come The different types of end CBD products we’ll start to see for sale in dispensaries that use biosynthesis How biosynthesis will affect  CBD vape oil prices Hyasynth Bio’s intellectual property strategy and how Kevin manages the company’s patents The traditional CBD oil companies that are investing in biosynthesis Where Kevin sees cannabinoid biosynthesis heading in the next 3-5 years Ryan’s background in  CBD oil for kids and how he came to start LeafLink An inside look at LeafLink and the ways in which it helps CBD Oil brands and retailers streamline the ordering process A breakdown of the companies using LeafLink and the number of new brands launching each week How the CBD oil marketplace on LeafLink has evolved over the last two years A snapshot of the bestselling CBD oil products on LeafLink and Ryan’s insight on up-and-comers The data points Ryan finds most interesting about today’s cannabis and CBD marketplace Ryan’s advice to entrepreneurs interested in creating a new cannabis product Ways in which CBD oil formulas and retailers can differentiate themselves in the competitive cannabis space Products LeafLink offers cannabis brands and retailers, including streamlined ordering, CRM, reporting tools, and fulfillment and shipment queues Where LeafLink is currently at in the capital-raising process Where Ryan sees LeafLink and the CBD marketplace heading over the next few years  ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>161</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kratom Users vs FDA</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/kratom-users-vs-fda</link><description><![CDATA[#1 – Kratom may help for chronic pains: Kratom extract (aka Mitragyna Speciosa) is known for having an incredible quality of acting as an analgesic medicine. According to <a href="http://www.dereneaton.com/software/bali-kratom-capsules/" rel="noopener">www.dereneaton.com/software/bali-kratom-capsules/</a> The bali kratom extract influence the hormones rapidly so that the pain would get die away and you would become restful soon. The site <a href="http://www.asb2017.org" rel="noopener">www.asb2017.org</a> , If we study the mechanism of Kratom products it works just like any tranquilizer by affecting the neurotransmitters. Here, in these cases, they impact neurotransmitters, dopamine, and serotonin; these naturally occurring cognitive propagators are responsible for increased resistance towards both physical disorders like chronic pains and mental issues like stress, anxiety, and depression. Kratom has got so much appreciation for its pain alleviating abilities; according to <a href="http://www.steppingsober.com" rel="noopener">www.steppingsober.com</a>, kratom for pain is being embraced by the individuals who are in their mid-50s who are getting affected by the joint pains because of excessive working. Kratom powder not only works for simple pains writes the doctor at <a href="http://www.ontrackrecovovery.org" rel="noopener">www.ontrackrecovovery.org</a>, but it could help in controlling enormous pains with its morphine-like qualities. Individuals who are looking for a completely organic natural pain reliever can get access to Bali Kratom or its products says the <a href="http://www.pmlconsortium.org" rel="noopener">www.pmlconsortium.org</a>; your pain gets chased away by this exquisite natural medicine called Kratom or Mitragyna Speciosa. #2 – Kratom may relieve anxiety and stress: First, we would like to mention the genesis of Kratom. If we look into the botanical classification of Kratom, it belongs to the evergreen coffee family. We all embraced coffee for its energy boosting capabilities and just like its family member, Kratom is equally potent in reducing the stress and anxiety levels. It is in fact very powerful in this arena since a lot of people at <a href="http://www.msujbsl.com" rel="noopener">www.msujbsl.com</a>, a site that reports experiences with herbal remedies, use Kratom for anxiety only as a stress buster. The people of Southeast India who relish Kratom aka Mitragyna Speciosa describes this quality every time they think of Kratom. It is one of the most prominent reasons for western people getting attracted towards this natural product. Not every strain of Kratom is potent in relieving the stress or anxiety levels, a few types of Kratom strains that are exceptionally powerful in freeing one from stress and anxiety are as follows:  Bali Kratom Strain Indo Kratom Strain Red Kratom Vein Strain Borneo Kratom Strain  Not only stress and anxiety, But Kratom leaves are also often treated as anxiolytic substances to outdo psychological glitches like depression, recurring mood swings and lack of interest etc. #3 – Kratom progresses your immune system: Though much of the scientific effects of Kratom are yet to be proven, there are several private research studies we read at <a href="http://www.fringebloggers.com" rel="noopener">www.fringebloggers.com</a> that concluded that Kratom can significantly help in improving our immune system in an effective way. As we all know, Kratom is rich in alkaloid content which is the main reason that would make your immune system stronger. Lacking immunity is one of the primary causes of virus attacks such as swine flu, malaria, cholera etc. The mechanism over here goes in the way of as Kratom takes the charge after the intake, the alkaloid content present in its body would pave the way for the immune system to progress itself and make it more resilient and stronger. This hugely our body to bypass the threats of virus attacks, both at lower and stronger intensities. #4 – Kratom lifts up the energy levels: Energy or enthusiasm, whatever the name is, there are so much requirement and demand for it in this corporate world. People come across low periods at intervals, which is a very natural process. So according to the magazine, ifocusband.com, may sustain them and get out of it soon but the others may not be able to get rid of them. Kratom is truly a gift for all such sufferers, as it unleashes the past confidence and levels in all of them by impacting the neurotransmitters that are responsible for energy levels and motivational factors. Apart from them, the factors which would influence our mood are metabolic processes and hormonal levels. Kratom impacts them as it spreads into the bloodstream. Kratom optimizes the metabolism process and improves the certainty in the hormonal levels. It helps improves the blood circulations and allows the blood to pass in the lacking regions which result in boosting up of the energy said <a href="http://www.fitmomintraining.com/" rel="noopener">www.fitmomintraining.com/</a>. #5 – Kratom serves in the Addiction recovery process: Opioid or narcotic addictions aren’t very easy to recover. There is a need of external supplement that would act in the favor of the individual suffering from such addictions. Kratom has inherited this process naturally.It acts like a fellow worker and supports the individual through addiction recovery. <a href="http://www.thenextfitnessstar.com" rel="noopener">www.thenextfitnessstar.com</a> recorded facts of kratom history say that about two centuries ago, there was huge need for an addiction recovery supplement as the people of Thailand were on the verge of opium addiction to an extent that even rehabilitation seemed absurd. Same in the cases of tribes of Malaya, they have got addicted to morphine and struggling to recover.According to the kratom magazine <a href="http://www.surfsettoronto.com/" rel="noopener">www.surfsettoronto.com/</a>,  Kratom leaves had become their savior and helped each one to recover from such perilous addictions.These individuals are given some Kratom leaves to chew by the following Southeast Asian countrymen and soon they were able to get the control over their mind and body back from the narcotic repression. Kratom doesn’t assist only in the process of recovering from addiction but also it helps to overcome or bypass withdrawal symptoms which could be very dangerous sometimes or there is sometimes a danger of getting back to the addiction by experiencing critical withdrawal symptoms.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f6e7ee99-c283-4a4e-a037-12ce72a7a66f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2019 20:35:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/21210450/y2mate_com_indo_gold_kratom.mp3" length="4228630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>#1 – Kratom may help for chronic pains: Kratom extract (aka Mitragyna Speciosa) is known for having an incredible quality of acting as an analgesic medicine. According to www.dereneaton.com/software/bali-kratom-capsules/ The bali kratom extract...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[#1 – Kratom may help for chronic pains: Kratom extract (aka Mitragyna Speciosa) is known for having an incredible quality of acting as an analgesic medicine. According to <a href="http://www.dereneaton.com/software/bali-kratom-capsules/" rel="noopener">www.dereneaton.com/software/bali-kratom-capsules/</a> The bali kratom extract influence the hormones rapidly so that the pain would get die away and you would become restful soon. The site <a href="http://www.asb2017.org" rel="noopener">www.asb2017.org</a> , If we study the mechanism of Kratom products it works just like any tranquilizer by affecting the neurotransmitters. Here, in these cases, they impact neurotransmitters, dopamine, and serotonin; these naturally occurring cognitive propagators are responsible for increased resistance towards both physical disorders like chronic pains and mental issues like stress, anxiety, and depression. Kratom has got so much appreciation for its pain alleviating abilities; according to <a href="http://www.steppingsober.com" rel="noopener">www.steppingsober.com</a>, kratom for pain is being embraced by the individuals who are in their mid-50s who are getting affected by the joint pains because of excessive working. Kratom powder not only works for simple pains writes the doctor at <a href="http://www.ontrackrecovovery.org" rel="noopener">www.ontrackrecovovery.org</a>, but it could help in controlling enormous pains with its morphine-like qualities. Individuals who are looking for a completely organic natural pain reliever can get access to Bali Kratom or its products says the <a href="http://www.pmlconsortium.org" rel="noopener">www.pmlconsortium.org</a>; your pain gets chased away by this exquisite natural medicine called Kratom or Mitragyna Speciosa. #2 – Kratom may relieve anxiety and stress: First, we would like to mention the genesis of Kratom. If we look into the botanical classification of Kratom, it belongs to the evergreen coffee family. We all embraced coffee for its energy boosting capabilities and just like its family member, Kratom is equally potent in reducing the stress and anxiety levels. It is in fact very powerful in this arena since a lot of people at <a href="http://www.msujbsl.com" rel="noopener">www.msujbsl.com</a>, a site that reports experiences with herbal remedies, use Kratom for anxiety only as a stress buster. The people of Southeast India who relish Kratom aka Mitragyna Speciosa describes this quality every time they think of Kratom. It is one of the most prominent reasons for western people getting attracted towards this natural product. Not every strain of Kratom is potent in relieving the stress or anxiety levels, a few types of Kratom strains that are exceptionally powerful in freeing one from stress and anxiety are as follows:  Bali Kratom Strain Indo Kratom Strain Red Kratom Vein Strain Borneo Kratom Strain  Not only stress and anxiety, But Kratom leaves are also often treated as anxiolytic substances to outdo psychological glitches like depression, recurring mood swings and lack of interest etc. #3 – Kratom progresses your immune system: Though much of the scientific effects of Kratom are yet to be proven, there are several private research studies we read at <a href="http://www.fringebloggers.com" rel="noopener">www.fringebloggers.com</a> that concluded that Kratom can significantly help in improving our immune system in an effective way. As we all know, Kratom is rich in alkaloid content which is the main reason that would make your immune system stronger. Lacking immunity is one of the primary causes of virus attacks such as swine flu, malaria, cholera etc. The mechanism over here goes in the way of as Kratom takes the charge after the intake, the alkaloid content present in its body would pave the way for the immune system to progress itself and make it more resilient and stronger. This hugely our body to bypass the threats of virus attacks, both at lower and stronger intensities. #4 – Kratom...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>265</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Virectin facts or myths</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/virectin-facts-or-myths</link><description><![CDATA[erectile dysfunction relieved naturally with virectin supplement Virectin is an all-natural male enhancement pill reviewed by <a href="http://www.interhealthworldwide.org" rel="noopener">www.interhealthworldwide.org</a> to deliver maximum male performance. virectin contains pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and helps boost your confidence, ramp up stamina levels and allows you to achieve more intense erections to satisfy your partner. Does Virectin work? Virectin claims to treat many different ailments: erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and low libido. It even claims to give its users larger erections. Because each of these issues can stem from a litany of other health problems, it’s hard to determine exactly how well Virectin will work for any given individual. Virectin contains 17 active ingredients, which means that it is putting 17 different herbs and minerals into your body at once, each of which will perform a different function. Some of these ingredients have been shown to scientifically treat issues related to ED or libido. Others have only been shown to work anecdotally. None of these herbs or minerals have been tested to see how well they work when used together. Virectin Reviews 2019 | Most Effective Virectin Ingredients | Where to Buy Virectin Most Effective Virectin Ingredients Niacin Niacin has crucial benefit that can help men who want to boost their sexual performance. It helps the body synthesize several key sex-related hormones that are closely related to libido and desire. Selenium A trace mineral, selenium can produce several effects in the body that are highly advantageous for men who have low desire and problems with sperm levels and quality. Avena Sativa This herb has traditionally been used by both men and women as an all-natural aphrodisiac to increase libido. For men who find it difficult to get in the mood, this Virectin ingredient can help enhance sexual desire. Zinc Evidence suggests that there is an integral link between adequate zinc intake and testosterone levels in the body. Consuming too little of this mineral can reduce levels of the vital male hormone and may also lower sperm count.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5bcece0a-623a-43c0-9827-c337d154bd92</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2019 06:24:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/20910526/y2mate_com_virectin_reviews_2019_most_effective_virectin_ingredients_where_to_buy_virectin_ye16srpkq4s.mp3" length="3469198" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>erectile dysfunction relieved naturally with virectin supplement Virectin is an all-natural male enhancement pill reviewed by www.interhealthworldwide.org to deliver maximum male performance. virectin contains pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[erectile dysfunction relieved naturally with virectin supplement Virectin is an all-natural male enhancement pill reviewed by <a href="http://www.interhealthworldwide.org" rel="noopener">www.interhealthworldwide.org</a> to deliver maximum male performance. virectin contains pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and helps boost your confidence, ramp up stamina levels and allows you to achieve more intense erections to satisfy your partner. Does Virectin work? Virectin claims to treat many different ailments: erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and low libido. It even claims to give its users larger erections. Because each of these issues can stem from a litany of other health problems, it’s hard to determine exactly how well Virectin will work for any given individual. Virectin contains 17 active ingredients, which means that it is putting 17 different herbs and minerals into your body at once, each of which will perform a different function. Some of these ingredients have been shown to scientifically treat issues related to ED or libido. Others have only been shown to work anecdotally. None of these herbs or minerals have been tested to see how well they work when used together. Virectin Reviews 2019 | Most Effective Virectin Ingredients | Where to Buy Virectin Most Effective Virectin Ingredients Niacin Niacin has crucial benefit that can help men who want to boost their sexual performance. It helps the body synthesize several key sex-related hormones that are closely related to libido and desire. Selenium A trace mineral, selenium can produce several effects in the body that are highly advantageous for men who have low desire and problems with sperm levels and quality. Avena Sativa This herb has traditionally been used by both men and women as an all-natural aphrodisiac to increase libido. For men who find it difficult to get in the mood, this Virectin ingredient can help enhance sexual desire. Zinc Evidence suggests that there is an integral link between adequate zinc intake and testosterone levels in the body. Consuming too little of this mineral can reduce levels of the vital male hormone and may also lower sperm count.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>217</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Truth about Kratom</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/truth-about-kratom</link><description><![CDATA[  Kratom – New Solution Kratom is a new solution for pain management. Its pain relieving qualities give you the kind of comfort you deserve. It is a herbal solution, which will assure you that it is safe. Kratom contains alkaloids that help you in getting relief. It connects with receptors that are responsible for providing you with unique effects. These effects relax your body and get rid of any tightness that you would have felt otherwise. Understand How Kratom Works The chemistry behind Kratom is simple one of the best resources can be found at <a href="http://www.healthbizdecoded.com" rel="noopener">www.healthbizdecoded.com</a>. Whenever you go through an injury or even a scratch, your body sends a response to the nervous system. Kratom intervenes at this process. Through its unique properties, it connects with opioid receptors for relieving your pain. Choose Effective Kratoms Kratom has a wide range of strains. All of these strains have unique properties. Almost all have some level of pain relieving properties. Choose Kratom strains that the science researchers at <a href="http://www.dereneaton.com" rel="noopener">www.dereneaton.com</a> have found respond to your level of pain. To have a successful result, you need to select the right type of Kratom. Your Kratom vendor will help you in making the right choice. Kratom Strains That Work Best If you struggle with managing your back pain, then these Kratom strains will solve all your problems. Back pain relief has never been this easy! <a href="http://www.meth" rel="noopener">www.meth</a> Red Bali is by far the most effective pain relieving Kratom. It gives you sedating effects like no other strain. Use it before you sleep, because it needs some time. In terms of price, this strain is the reasonable as well. Pain relief is not an expensive option anymore. The second is Borneo, which comes below Red Bali. Borneo has variety of veins under it. It deals best with chronic pain or any type of muscle pain. Part 2 of the episode featured the supplement Quiet Mind Plus that helps for tinnitus in your ears. 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Its pain relieving qualities give you the kind of comfort you deserve. It is a herbal solution, which will assure you that it is safe. Kratom contains alkaloids that help you in getting relief. It connects with receptors that are responsible for providing you with unique effects. These effects relax your body and get rid of any tightness that you would have felt otherwise. Understand How Kratom Works The chemistry behind Kratom is simple one of the best resources can be found at <a href="http://www.healthbizdecoded.com" rel="noopener">www.healthbizdecoded.com</a>. Whenever you go through an injury or even a scratch, your body sends a response to the nervous system. Kratom intervenes at this process. Through its unique properties, it connects with opioid receptors for relieving your pain. Choose Effective Kratoms Kratom has a wide range of strains. All of these strains have unique properties. Almost all have some level of pain relieving properties. Choose Kratom strains that the science researchers at <a href="http://www.dereneaton.com" rel="noopener">www.dereneaton.com</a> have found respond to your level of pain. To have a successful result, you need to select the right type of Kratom. Your Kratom vendor will help you in making the right choice. Kratom Strains That Work Best If you struggle with managing your back pain, then these Kratom strains will solve all your problems. Back pain relief has never been this easy! <a href="http://www.meth" rel="noopener">www.meth</a> Red Bali is by far the most effective pain relieving Kratom. It gives you sedating effects like no other strain. Use it before you sleep, because it needs some time. In terms of price, this strain is the reasonable as well. Pain relief is not an expensive option anymore. The second is Borneo, which comes below Red Bali. Borneo has variety of veins under it. It deals best with chronic pain or any type of muscle pain. Part 2 of the episode featured the supplement Quiet Mind Plus that helps for tinnitus in your ears. There are mixed reviews on quiet mind plus found at <a href="http://www.permanentrecords.info" rel="noopener">www.permanentrecords.info</a> these guys tested the herbal remedy.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>751</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Benefits Of CBD</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/benefits-of-cbd</link><description><![CDATA[Interview with cancer specialist Mark Rosen. <a href="http://www.akcannabisclub.com" rel="noopener">www.akcannabisclub.com</a> featured CBD health benefits for cancer. <a href="http://www.pmlconsortium.org" rel="noopener">www.pmlconsortium.org</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">89a8713c-b758-4442-8cf9-e2d27bc82457</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2019 04:35:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/20673436/sober_rev.mp3" length="6947948" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Interview with cancer specialist Mark Rosen. www.akcannabisclub.com featured CBD health benefits for cancer. www.pmlconsortium.org</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Interview with cancer specialist Mark Rosen. <a href="http://www.akcannabisclub.com" rel="noopener">www.akcannabisclub.com</a> featured CBD health benefits for cancer. <a href="http://www.pmlconsortium.org" rel="noopener">www.pmlconsortium.org</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>174</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cbd</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The CBD Doctor</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/the-cbd-doctor</link><description><![CDATA[Dr. Mark rosenberg gives interview about CBD Oil for cancer. 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He recommends to his patients]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>171</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cbd</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ruan Marinho Interview</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/ruan-marinho-interview</link><description><![CDATA[Michael and Ruan chat about SEO and Links. Here are the best resources authority link revolution develomark Podcast resource  ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d5d7584d3f4a4b129f2f966a2be77ba3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:45:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19464304/ruansound.mp3" length="58225474" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Michael and Ruan chat about SEO and Links. Here are the best resources authority link revolution develomark Podcast resource  </itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Michael and Ruan chat about SEO and Links. Here are the best resources authority link revolution develomark Podcast resource  ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3640</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>New Years Edition- 2nd Act Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/new-years-edition-2nd-act-podcast</link><description><![CDATA[Justin sits down with Jessica and Michael to reflect on 2018 and discuss resolutions and goals for 2018 Happy New Year from 2nd Act Podcast Family <a href="http://www.2ndactpodcast.com" rel="noopener">www.2ndactpodcast.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">196def33c52c422a99bd56e8e9c558e8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Dec 2018 17:33:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16715371/new_years_audio.mp3" length="35459842" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Justin sits down with Jessica and Michael to reflect on 2018 and discuss resolutions and goals for 2018 Happy New Year from 2nd Act Podcast Family www.2ndactpodcast.com</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Justin sits down with Jessica and Michael to reflect on 2018 and discuss resolutions and goals for 2018 Happy New Year from 2nd Act Podcast Family <a href="http://www.2ndactpodcast.com" rel="noopener">www.2ndactpodcast.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2217</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Newlywed Question Game! - 2nd Act Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/the-newlywed-question-game-2nd-act-podca</link><description><![CDATA[Our producer of the show, Sam and her fiancé Bryan are getting married soon!! Justin tests their knowledge of each other as we get to know them a bit! Subscribe for more videos!!     <a href="https://youtu.be/rSGalF4Uv4Q" rel="noopener">https://youtu.be/rSGalF4Uv4Q</a> www.2ndactpodcast.com <a href="http://www.facebook.com/2ndactpodcast" rel="noopener">www.facebook.com/2ndactpodcast</a>  @samalexrae - Sam Rae  Facebook: Bryan Weintraub  <a href="http://www.lvlmarketingco.com" rel="noopener">www.lvlmarketingco.com</a>     ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f00c168abbd24e95b80bb3ab04c9049f</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:36:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16541875/newlywed_audio.mp3" length="38704040" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Our producer of the show, Sam and her fiancé Bryan are getting married soon!! Justin tests their knowledge of each other as we get to know them a bit! 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Subscribe for more videos!!     <a href="https://youtu.be/rSGalF4Uv4Q" rel="noopener">https://youtu.be/rSGalF4Uv4Q</a> www.2ndactpodcast.com <a href="http://www.facebook.com/2ndactpodcast" rel="noopener">www.facebook.com/2ndactpodcast</a>  @samalexrae - Sam Rae  Facebook: Bryan Weintraub  <a href="http://www.lvlmarketingco.com" rel="noopener">www.lvlmarketingco.com</a>     ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2419</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/324ffc5cac30a47b61116bc24eedc606.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Michael "CHA CHA" Chiarelli - WEIGHTLOSS TIPS- 2nd Act Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/user/secondactpodcast/michael-cha-cha-chiarelli-weightloss-tip</link><description><![CDATA[Michael Chiarelli an entrepreneur, father, motivational speaker, race car driver, musician and chef! Michael has found the key to weightless and changed his lifestyle in honor of his late parents and a wish they made on their death beds. Listen to his extraordinary story and be inspired!!!! Helpful weightless tricks are also mentioned!!! <a href="http://www.2ndactpodcast.com" rel="noopener">www.2ndactpodcast.com</a> https://www.facebook.com/2ndactpodcast/]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">43e08df7b91440e5bfc6e9bc386c2147</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2018 17:30:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/16514111/michael_chiarelli_audio.mp3" length="70487754" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>2nd Act Podcast</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Michael Chiarelli an entrepreneur, father, motivational speaker, race car driver, musician and chef! Michael has found the key to weightless and changed his lifestyle in honor of his late parents and a wish they made on their death beds. 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