Hi Lori. Thankyou for your message. And yes, after reading about it today, I know not to take kratom because of the bloodthinng properties. You are so fortunate to be able to use it, and I'm sure it's helped you. It's just like the controversy with CBD Oil - either all positive reviews or all negative! I'm trying that, with a minimal dose, even though with my Eliquis it's not recommended because it too acts as a blood thinner. Too desperate with all my health issues not to try something, despite the risks entailed. My pharmacist advised to watch for excessive bleeding, black tarry stools, etc., as a sign to stop the CBD Oil. My best to you. Laurie