Kratom and 7-OH can feel like 'a miracle.' They can also be addictive November 13, 20266:00 AM ET

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Rachel Carlson

Kratom and related 7-OH products are widely available at gas stations, smoke shops, liquor stores and online. As early as Friday, the federal government could make some of the products illegal. Mindy Schauer/MediaNewsGroup/Orange County Register via Getty Images hide caption

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Tyler's opioid addiction began in his early 20s, and when he decided he wanted to quit, he used kratom leaf powders to help ease withdrawal symptoms.