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What is kambo?

Kambo, also known as sapo or acate, is a powerful natural medicine derived from the secretion of the Amazonian giant monkey frog (*Phyllomedusa bicolor*). Often referred to as the "Vaccine of the Forest," it has been used for centuries by indigenous tribes like the Matsés and Katukina in the Amazon rainforest. These tribes utilize Kambo to cleanse the body, strengthen the immune system, and enhance physical and mental endurance.

Kambo is non-psychedelic and renowned for its ability to deeply cleanse the body, mind, and spirit. It is one of the strongest natural anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antimicrobial, and anesthetic substances, effectively detoxifying the digestive and lymphatic systems and bolstering the body's resistance to illnesses.

The peptides in Kambo are potent vasodilators, increasing blood-brain barrier permeability and stimulating endocrine glands, leading to a deep cleanse and enhanced immunity. Notably, Dermaseptin B2, a peptide found in Kambo, has been shown to inhibit cancer cell growth by over 90%. Additionally, Kambo's anti-fungal peptides offer promising treatment for late-stage HIV and other STDs.

Peptides like deltorphins and dermorphin in Kambo are significantly stronger than morphine, providing powerful pain relief without the same addiction and withdrawal symptoms. These peptides also enhance physical and emotional strength, making Kambo an effective treatment for chronic pain, depression and ptsd.

Spiritually, Kambo is used to clear negative energy, or "panema," preparing individuals for deeper spiritual work and insights. It is often used before ayahuasca ceremonies to purify the mind and body, enhancing the overall experience and connection with the spiritual realm.

In a safe and supportive environment, Kambo offers a holistic approach to healing, helping individuals achieve physical health, emotional clarity, and spiritual growth.

How is Kambo applied?

Kambo is administrative through the skin.

That is the only safe way to administer Kambo.

The Kambo points are made with small circular Burns from the vine the frog live on to the top layer of the skin.

The surface of the skin is then peeled back to reveal the epidermis and then the medicine is applied for 20 mins and then Dragons blood which works as a liquid bandage is applied afterwards to seal the burn and that is why you see cute little red dots on people's arms after the ceremony

What happens after a medicine is applied?

  • Heat is the most common initial sensation, the body will become flush due to the heart rate accelerating and blood pressure increasing.

  • Ringing in the ears is a common effect due to increased heartbeat as if heartbeat is in the ears.

  • Once the medicine reaches the blood brain barrier heart rates slows and clients become pale and usually purging starts.

  • It's very common and expected to experience vomiting and nausea, sweating, shaking, crying, or bowel movements and possible fainting.

  • The process is short but intense.

  • Although the experience becomes easier with experience, It takes courage for people to come back to Kambo and many do because of it's many benefits and and because of how good it made them feel afterwards.

  • The experience itself is usually over within 30 minutes, however the total time for a ceremony can last between 1 to 2 hours.

THERAPEUTIC USES OF KAMBO:

  • Depression / Emotional Blocks

  • Chronic Pain relief

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Increases libido/fertility

  • Womb healing- helps with menstruation problems and fertility problems  

  • Strengthens the immune system

  • Destroys pathogenic micro-organisms

  • Migraines 

  • Blood circulation issues

  • Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease

  • Vascular insufficiency 

  • Cancer

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Chronic fatigue/ Energy Boost

  • Rheumatism

  • Fever and infections

  • Negative energies (known as “panama”)

  • Addiction to opiate or prescription painkillers 

  • Heighten senses, stamina, and strength 

  • HIV/AIDS/ Hepatitis and other STD’s

  • Lyme’s disease

  • Arthritis

Who SHOULD NOT sit with kambo?

ANY ONE with heart problems, including arrythmia, heart valve disease, rheumatic heart disease, cardiomyopathy, coronary heart disease

  • Have had a stroke or a brain haemorrhage, have an aneurysm or blood clot

  • Are recovering from a major surgical procedures

  • Have major issues with doing cardio exercise

  • Has received the booster vaccine or any vaccine in the past 6 months

  • Are on medication for low blood pressure (high blood pressure is generally fine – kambo can help support healthy blood pressure)

  • Have serious mental health problems (excluding depression and anxiety – kambo may be able to mediate these)

  • Are undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy or have done so within the last 6 weeks

  • Take immune-suppressants after organ transplant

  • Have Addison’s Disease

  • Have epilepsy

  • Are under 18 years old

  • Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

  • Have a eating disorder the past year

  • Are pregnant or may be pregnant

  • Are breast-feeding a baby under 6 months old

  • Women may wish to avoid kambo sessions during their period as it could increase cramping (but is otherwise helpful for promoting healthy circulation and menstrual flow

  • Have had Bufo Alvarius (toad) within the past 8 weeks.

  • Any previous esophagus tearing or bleeding, or at risk of esophageal rupture - see below

  • Esophageal rupture risks: hiatial hernia, major neck or chest injury recently, esophageal cancers/ulcers/varices, or portal hypertension, would also be contraindicated.

The preparation will aid in a deeper detoxification of the body, mind and spirit.

Preparing Your Body for Kambo:

  • The dieta will begin 3-7 days before the Kambo ceremony.

  • Please try to eat as organic as possible.

  • Try drink RO or spring water and up your water intake

Avoid the following foods:

  • Spicy

  • Fried

  • Processed foods

  • Artificial sweeteners/ corn syrup

  • Dairy

  • Red meat / Pork (be mindful of the meat that your consuming, organic and pasture raised or wild caught as much as possible or try to choose plant based if possible)

  • Gluten (as much as possible)

  • Caffeine (green tea is fine)

  • DO NOT fast for 3 days before the day of your ceremony.

  • Do not remove salt from your diet,and be sure to add a healthy amount of sodium on your food

The dieta is the first step of your ceremony, It assists the detox on a deeper level and makes the experience with Kambo easier.

It’s a good time to reflect, journal, meditate and connect to your intention to get the most out of your Kambo experience.

Please do not do the following:

  • Give blood

  • Get vaccinated in the time of your dieta

  • Recreational Drugs /ALCOHOL

  • Sit with any plant medicines

  • Take any medications your practitioner isn’t aware of

  • Supplements/Vitamins

  • DO NOT fast or do any of colonics

While being conscious about the food we are eating, we also want to be aware of what we are feeding our mind by limiting time on social media and exposure to negative influences.

What are Common side effects?

The most common side effect is “kambo face or frog face” its swelling of the face due to kambo entering the body and into the lymphatic system, it serves as a vasodilator––widening the blood vessels, making the blood flow easily.

So, when you lean forward into the bucket (or literally lay on the bucket like many of my clients do!), the purge fluid you're releasing moves to the face, this usually resides over a couple hours.

While you are able to drive and return to normal activities afterwards, it is recommended that you take it easy and rest if feeling tired.

tips to keep the AfterGlow as long as possible:

  • Hydrate as much as possible after ceremony

  • Consume foods with probiotics (non-dairy yogurt, sauerkraut, miso)

  • Increasing healthy proteins (Grass fed/Pasture Raised chicken or eggs/ Wild Caught fish/ Legumes if plant-based)

  • Avoid processed foods

  • Exercise

  • Stay off social media

  • Spend time in nature

  • Mediate / reflect on what you let go of

  • Journal/ make art/ sing/ dance

  • Keep the dieta for at least 3-7 days

  • Only consume positive and uplifting media and TV

After Glow!!! The days afterwards are when people generally begin to feel the real benefits of the experience, by supporting the body's existing normal processes which in turn support downstream effects, often feeling clean, clear, rejuvenated and energized. For some, the aftereffects are more subtle.