The Science Behind Kratom’s Effects on the Human Body

Kratom has become a buzzword in the wellness world—but behind all the hype and hot takes, what’s actually happening when you take it? And why does it matter how your Kratom is made?

At BETT, we’re not here to sell you on magic. We’re here to explain what’s really going on in your body when you take Kratom—and why we go out of our way to keep things like 7-hydroxymitragynine (aka 7-OH) to undetectable levels in our gummies.

This post breaks it all down in real terms, without the fluff or sketchy claims.

First things first: what is Kratom?

Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Locals have used the leaves for generations—chewed raw, brewed into tea, or dried and ground into powder—for help getting through long workdays or winding down at night.

Today, it’s more accessible than ever, showing up in everything from energy shots to plant-based gummies like ours.

So… what makes Kratom actually do something?

Kratom contains naturally occurring compounds called alkaloids—basically the active ingredients. The two most talked-about are:

• Mitragynine – This is the main one. It’s the most abundant and the one responsible for Kratom’s more balanced, functional effects.

• 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) – This one is more potent, even in very small amounts. Some products boost it to intensify the effects—but that’s not always a good thing (we’ll get to that in a second).

These alkaloids interact with receptor systems in the brain, including some of the same ones involved in mood, motivation, and energy regulation. Everyone’s body reacts a little differently, and the strain you choose can change the experience too.

If you’re new here, check out our Beginner’s Guide to Kratom for a simple breakdown.

Why we don’t mess with 7-OH

Some Kratom brands like to brag about having a stronger extract. But here’s the thing: that strength often comes from spiking or concentrating 7-OH, the most intense (and potentially problematic) compound in the plant.

High levels of 7-OH can lead to:

• Faster tolerance buildup

• More intense, unpredictable effects

• Increased risk of dependency over time

That’s exactly why we don’t play that game.

At BETT, our extract is lab-tested to ensure 7-OH levels are undetectable. We want you to feel the full spectrum of Kratom’s benefits—not a synthetic high or sudden crash.

In short: we keep it clean, consistent, and better for long-term use. Check out our Lab Results here.

What happens in your body when you take Kratom?

Here’s what a typical Kratom gummy journey looks like inside your body:

1. You eat it. The gummy breaks down in your digestive system, and the extract is absorbed through your gut.

2. Your liver goes to work. It starts breaking down mitragynine into metabolites, including trace amounts of 7-OH (totally normal—this happens even in raw Kratom leaf).

3. Your brain gets the signal. The alkaloids bind to certain receptors—particularly mu-opioid receptors—and influence how you feel. This might look like a shift in energy, a calmer mood, or better focus.

4. Your body clears it out. Over the next several hours, your system processes and removes the alkaloids, usually within a day.

Why our Kratom gummies hit different

There’s no shortage of Kratom options out there—but not all of them are built for consistency or safety. We created BETT to offer a smarter alternative.

Here’s how we do things differently:

• ✅ No added 7-OH

• ✅ Lab-tested for purity and undetectable 7-OH levels

• ✅ Naturally flavored, plant-based gummies

• ✅ Pre-measured doses (no scales, no guessing)

• ✅ Three functional strains for every mood

Shop the line:

• Red Vein Gummies – perfect for slowing down and relaxing

• Green Vein Gummies – smooth, balanced, and beginner-friendly

• White Vein Gummies – great for mental energy and focus

Bottom line?

Kratom is powerful—but it doesn’t have to be intense or unpredictable.
By using clean extracts with undetectable levels of 7-OH, BETT gummies deliver the good without the guesswork.

No bitterness. No powders. Just plant power, made better.