Ayahuasca is a shamanic medicine originating from the Amazon Rainforest, prepared by combining several plants that are legally available in Peru. It is associated with religious rites and ceremonies that are ideal for a complete Ayahuasca experience. The immediate effects of the medicine can be felt between 20-60 minutes after oral ingestion, although the intoxication can sometimes last in a person up to 8 hours. Ayahuasca possesses an extensive spectrum of amazing beneficial effects on the body, mind and spirit, producing a completely different sensation in each ceremony.
It is evident that Ayahuasca, also known as the «Spirit Molecule» or the «God Molecule», has become a popular spiritual medicine for the indigenous tribes of South America, particularly in Peru and Ecuador. This potion is composed of several jungle ingredients, which has given it the name of «jungle medicine». Many people speak in favor of its healing properties, from the physical, emotional, mental level and, above all, from the spiritual realm, where illness usually begins.
What can one expect when taking Ayahuasca? This is a very individual experience, since each person’s chemistry, mental construct and emotional environment reacts uniquely. Some experience visions, others emotional changes or magnetic feelings, some hear voices or sounds and others a mix of all of the above. In any case, all who do report to have experienced physical changes. Therefore, the spirit of Ayahuasca, just like all medicinal plants, are vessels of healing that each individual perceives differently.
Making the Diet
It is suggested to follow a diet based on vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, and gluten-free grains. It is recommended to limit the consumption of meat, alcohol, coffee, dairy products, refined sugar and processed foods.
In preparation for your Ayahuasca ceremony, it is recommended to follow the guidelines of the Ayahuasca diet. It is not mandatory to be on the Ayahuasca diet to get a good experience, but it helps to prepare your body to receive Ayahuasca. It depends on how healthily you are already eating. If you are already a healthy eater, you will probably be fine and have a good experience. This diet is just a suggestion to prepare the body for the Ayahuasca ceremony.
Shamans advise that, if possible, the Ayahuasca diet guidelines should be followed for 2-4 weeks before the Ayahuasca ceremony. If you do not have 2-4 weeks to prepare, try to be disciplined for 2-3 days before the Ayahuasca ceremony.
These medicinal plants seem to ‘sense’ when you have eaten well or badly and your experience will reflect what is in your body. Make sure your body is a clean vessel so that this medicine can work the way it is intended. Overall, the Ayahuasca diet is similar to an alkaline diet, excluding acid-forming foods. It is advised to follow a diet centered on vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds, and gluten-free grains. It is recommended to limit the consumption of meat, alcohol, coffee, dairy products, refined sugar and processed foods.
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