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The Benefits of Medicinal Plants in Ayahuasca Ceremonies
25:56 - 33:30 (07:33)
Many ayahuasca ceremonies involve the use of medicinal plants that are not psychoactive, but provide a range of health benefits. These plants are integrated into the dieta process and can be helpful in treating various ailments from diabetes to the common cold.
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The chikruna leaf is a relative of the coffee family and when combined with ayahuasca, a mixture of MAOI inhibitors, it allows for the uptake of dimethyltryptamine into the brain.
25:56 - 28:37 (02:40)
Ayahuasca
Summary
The chikruna leaf is a relative of the coffee family and when combined with ayahuasca, a mixture of MAOI inhibitors, it allows for the uptake of dimethyltryptamine into the brain.
ChapterThe Benefits of Medicinal Plants in Ayahuasca Ceremonies
Episode#247 - Hamilton Souther - A Master Shaman's Guide To Ayahuasca
PodcastModern Wisdom
Ayahuasca ceremony participants learn about medicinal plants through visions experienced during the ceremony.
28:37 - 33:30 (04:52)
Ayahuasca, Plant Medicine
Summary
Ayahuasca ceremony participants learn about medicinal plants through visions experienced during the ceremony. The process involves a "dieta" period where various plant elixirs are consumed, and it includes extensive restrictions of behavior.