Ayahuasca is a powerful plant medicine, long used by indigenous Amazonian tribes for profound spiritual healing and deep self-discovery. But before you can experience the transformative power of this ancient brew, proper preparation is essential. This isn't just about showing up; it's a sacred commitment to yourself and the medicine. Rooted in the traditions of cultures like the Shipibo of Peru and the Cofans of Colombia, the Ayahuasca diet—or dieta —is a critical first st

Picking up where we left off in The Sacred Leaf: A Journey into the Spirit of Tobacco (Mapacho) , this piece will now guide you into the heart of the matter—the rituals and practices that define the spiritual use of this plant. Mapacho a unique natural tobacco known as Nicotiana rustica . This species is remarkably potent, containing up to 18% nicotine with no tar. In contrast, Nicotiana tabacum , the variety used in commercial cigarettes, has a mere 1% nicotine and is packe

Imagine a time when humanity lived in profound harmony with nature. A time when the whispers of the wind and the songs of the birds were a shared language, and the rustling leaves of the trees held endless conversations. In this world, plants were more than just flora; they were teachers, healers, and guides. This is not a poetic introduction or some narrative extracted from science fiction, but a reality in the realm of the jungle until today. A deep connection with the plan

In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, the secretion of the giant “monkey frog” Phyllomedusa bicolor powers a potent ritual known as Kambo. This ancestral cleanse — used by tribes such as the Katukina, Matsés and Yawanawá — is much more than folklore. It is a complex blend of bioactive peptides with both physiological and spiritual effects. Explore how the ritual works, what happens during the application, the science behind its potent peptides, traditional meaning and modern