One of our several guests is former military who was in a special Army unit and did 3 tours in Afghanistan.  He tried the VA approach only to become severely suicidal due to the pharmaceuticals they were prescribing.  Once he found Kratom, he has been able to live his life free from depression and pain.  He shared stories during his deployment and he doesn't wish that on anyone.  He said Kratom saved his life while prescriptions did not.  He no longer goes to the VA for medication!  It was his choice without influence.  This is just one of countless other stories I've heard from consumers sharing the importance of this plant.