Arnaud, founder of Aroiris Community, discusses different aspects of the jungle medicine called Kambo. Who this medicine helps, who are not suitable, areas where research is available, the chillest amphibian in Amazon and a lot more..

Kambo is an ancient medicine derived from secretions of the Phyllomedusa bicolor frog, traditionally used by Amazonian tribes like the Matses and Kaxinawá

The secretion contains bioactive peptides that boost immunity, cleanse toxins, kill cancer cells, and provide pain relief. Practitioners have observed improvements in conditions including asthma, depression, addiction, arthritis, and insomnia.

The experience involves applying the medicine to small burns on the skin after drinking large amounts of liquid. Effects are intense but brief (5-10 minutes), including increased heart rate, swelling, nausea, vomiting, and purging. While unpleasant, many return for additional sessions due to the profound benefits.

Kambo shows remarkable results in addiction treatment, helping people develop aversion to substances and recover rapidly from relapses. It's also valued as preparation for other plant medicines like ayahuasca, providing deep cleansing that enhances subsequent experiences.

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Conducting further research on these topics is recommended. My insights come from personal experiences, anecdotes from botanists and holistic wellness practitioners, observations at healing retreat centers, and studies of research papers, ethnomedicine books, pharmacopeias, and various courses.

Each individual may react differently to treatments; even familiar medicines can cause unexpected adverse reactions. Exercise caution; many modern medications have contraindications with many natural medicines.CONNECT WITH Arnaud (Aroiris Community, Iquitos)—Website: Aroiris.orgCONNECT WITH me (Akshay Chauhan)—The Missing Pages IG: Instagram.com/themissingpagespodcast Illustration Art IG: Instagram.com/akshayspacestationMusic by Levi BaetenCover art and design by Akshay Chauhan (me)

During my visit to Perú, I met passionate herpetologists working to establish an amphibian research and conservation centre in Phylloland, San Martin. Inspired by their mission, I'm supporting their Kickstarter campaign, which aims to develop breeding habitats, research spaces, conduct reforestation, and create educational tours. Phylloland, named after the Phyllomedusa Tree frog genus, is a biodiverse area hosting numerous phyllomedusa species.

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Conducting further research on these topics is recommended. My insights come from personal experiences, anecdotes from botanists and holistic wellness practitioners, observations at healing retreat centers, and studies of research papers, ethnomedicine books, pharmacopeias, and various courses.
Each individual may react differently to treatments; even familiar medicines can cause unexpected adverse reactions. Exercise caution, many modern medications have contraindications with many traditional plant based medicines.
Always practice holistic approaches like breathwork, yoga, or entheogenic medicine ceremonies under the guidance of an experienced facilitator.