In part 2 of this series on Nick’s Ayahuasca journey, he explores the science behind it. How does it affect the brain? Are there studies which support its potential therapeutic benefits? Is it safe? And who should consider using it to further their personal or spiritual development?
Discussed during this episode:
- How Ayahuasca affects your brain
- Is Ayahuasca safe?
- Several studies showing that Ayahuasca has therapeutic values
- The people who should never take A m yahuasca
- Why I loved my experience at Gaia Sagrada
Links Mentioned:
- This is how Ayahuasca affects the brain
- Over 30 million psychedelic users in the United States
- Effects of Ayahuasca on mental health and quality of life in naïve users: A longitudinal and cross-sectional study combination
- Abstract: How does ayahuasca work from a psychiatric perspective? Pros and cons of the entheogenic therapy
- The Therapeutic Potentials of Ayahuasca: Possible Effects against Various Diseases of Civilization
- Toxicity of Ayahuasca after 28 days daily exposure and effects on monoamines and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in brain of Wistar rats
- Gaia Sagrada in the Andes Mountains Ayahuasca Retreat
- Spiritual Retreat Rythmia
NOTE: This content is based on Nick’s opinion and is provided solely for entertainment purposes. You should do your own research when searching for information regarding health issues and always review the information carefully with your professional health care provider before using any of the protocols or recommendations presented on this podcast. The information provided is not intended to replace medical advice offered by a physician or other licensed health care provider.
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Hey Nick, if you’re interested in how many different indigenous cultures ‘knew’ about the same herbs/plants, even when they were on different continents, I think you’ll find Stephen Harrod Buhner’s work interesting. He wrote Sacred Plant Medicine (I haven’t read this one yet) and Sacred and Herbal Healing Beers (reading now). He is a fantastic storyteller, it isn’t dry at all, and I am finding it fascinating. Like yourself, I also come from a scientific, Western background, where the spiritual and energy side of things was never, ever talked about it. We went to church every Sunday, and that was about it.
Thanks Amanda, will check it out :)