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AYAHUASCA PREPARATION EXAMPLE 1

Please adhere to this diet 5-7 days prior to the meditation.

Recent scientific discoveries have shown that certain foods are contra-indicated for the type of purification meditation practice that we will be engaged in. These foods increase the probability of purging, nausea, headache or increased heart rate. We recommend that you avoid these foods for 5-7 days prior to the meditation session and especially on the day before and day of the gathering. Water fast on the day of your session.

General Rule
Foods that are aged or fermented to enhance the flavor are to be eliminated. Examples: Blue cheese, Roquefort, parmesan, Romano, cheddar, smoked brie, etc. Miso, Braggs, soy or tamari sauce, sardines, herring, smoked fish, chicken livers, snails, red wine, vermouth, beers (including non-alcoholic), coffee, chocolate, cream, yogurt and sauerkraut. As much as possible omit salt from your diet.

Other Food Types To Avoid
Dried fruits, canned figs, raisins, walnuts, overly ripe bananas, and overly ripe avocados, beans (particularly broad beans such as fava or lima). Nutritional yeast, Brewers yeast, all vitamins, any supplements and protein drinks containing the amino acid TYRAMINE.

All the above foods contain high quantities of the amino acid L-Tyrosine that produces the contra-indicated chemical tyrosine in the body that causes the potentially negative reaction. This substance can be stored in the body for up to three days. Avoiding the above items is highly recommended.

All narcotics, barbiturates, antihistamines or analgesics, ephedrine (in some herbal stimulants and cold remedies and often times included in Chinese herbal remedies), and alcohol must be free from your system prior to this ritual. Any prescription or other drug use must be discussed with the leader prior to sessions.


WHAT I SHOULD EAT
A diet of steamed fish, rice, whole grains, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, sesame seeds, tahini, almonds, breads, popcorn, soups, carrot juice, salads with light dressings (using canola oil rather than olive oil), onions, garlic and herbs.

This diet establishes a condition of openness. Refrain from reading newspapers, watching TV, etc. the day of the session and as many days before as works for you. These guidelines can assist you in having a more beneficial and enjoyable experience.

(Written from Outside Source)