Kambo

Peptides are short chain amino acids that are similar to proteins. Peptides are an endogenous substance, meaning our bodies create peptides naturally, and they also exist abundantly in nature.

Peptides act as cellular messengers - they can be hormones, endorphins, signaling molecules and more. Some examples of naturally occurring peptides are oxytocin, insulin, collagen, endorphins and antioxidants such as glutathione.

The body receives the peptides in the Kambo secretion as a natural substance, as opposed to something foreign or toxic.

The Kambo secretion is applied to small, superficial burns that allow it to safely enter the body through the lymphatic system.

These burns, or “gates” can be placed on various parts of the body, depending on the intention of the recipient.

• Single session

• Multiple sessions in close proximity / a 3-session “inoculation”

• Non-purgative micro-dosing

• Autoimmune condition, Lyme Disease and chronic illness specific protocols

• Chakras to work with specific energies and emotions

• Meridian points to target specific organs

• Auricular (ear) points

A single session of Kambo can be potent and impactful. For some people, one session is all they need.

However, when first working with Kambo or when trying to accomplish a specific goal, 3 sessions within a 30-day period are recommended to experience substantial and longer-lasting results.

This has the potential to facilitate very deep healing. Multiple sessions within a short amount of time allows the medicine to go deeper each time - physically, emotionally and spiritually. If you are trying to address something specific, like to alleviate depression, increase fertility, reduce pathogenic load or reduce pain, I highly recommend committing to 3 sessions. For some people, this can be 3 days in a row or 3 times within one to two weeks. For others it can be one session per week for 3 weeks.

After their initial session or series of 3 sessions, the frequency of which someone may choose to continue receiving Kambo will vary by individual. Some people choose to incorporate Kambo every 4-8 weeks as they work on improving their health. Some people opt to do Kambo seasonally or once or twice a year for maintenance and for an overall cleanse and boost. It really depends on how someone is feeling and what their intention is.

Each person and circumstance is unique and likely will require a personalized approach. I'm happy to discuss this to figure out the best course of action for you.

Contraindications and cautions

Kambo is very safe when administered by a properly trained facilitator. However, there are some instances when Kambo should not be used. Some of these may be taken on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out if you have questions.

Do any of the following apply?

-Under the age of 18

-Currently pregnant or breastfeeding an infant under the age of 6 months

-Have had an aneurysm or blood clots, or taking medications for blood clots

-Stroke or brain hemorrhage

-Serious heart conditions including: heart disease, enlarged heart, implanted defibrillators, pericardial effusion, excess fluid in the heart sack, previous major heart attack or has had bypass or heart valve replacement surgery. 

-Epilepsy

-Liver, kidney or pancreatic problems

-History of esophageal rupture

-Taking immunosuppressants 

-Have a serious mental health condition excluding depression, anxiety and/or PTSD

-Taken Bufo/5MeO-DMT in the past 14 days

-Taken Iboga or Ibogaine in the last 30 days 

-Have had an endoscopy within the last 6 months

-Currently recovering from a major surgical procedure (please wait at least 6 weeks, maybe longer depending on the procedure)

-Unwilling or unable to stop consuming alcohol and/or drugs for 3 days before treatment

-Being convinced to do Kambo by another person

Cautions/please disclose if you:

-Have any blood diseases

-Have any heart conditions

-Are taking medication for low blood pressure

-If you have asthma (if so, please bring an inhaler with you)

-If you have diabetes (if so, please bring test strips, insulin and food with you)

Fasting for more than 18 hours + colonics, enemas, saunas and sweat lodges should be avoided for 2 days before Kambo.

It is very important that you do not abstain from salt in the days leading up to your session. If you are doing a no-salt dieta, please inform me.

Please disclose any health conditions and/or any medications you are taking to ensure safety and compatibility with the process. Many medications are safe with Kambo but you will want to take them after your session, not before. And there are some that would need to be discontinued for a few days prior to receiving Kambo. Please discuss this with me beforehand.

Your safety is my highest priority so full disclosure of any physical and/or mental health conditions + medication and drug use is required.

Kambo may be done during menstruation, but as Kambo is a vasodilator, it may increase blood flow for 24-36 hours. Please take that into consideration. It may be preferable to sit with Kambo after the first 1-2 days of the cycle. 

No! This is a common misperception.

Some people assume that because of the purgative nature of Kambo, and how the body responds during a session, that Kambo is a poison. There is no evidence to support this.

The reaction the body has is a pharmacological response to the peptides. Meaning - the physiological sensations are the expected reactions based on the properties of the peptides -more info about this on the “Learn More” page.

The Kambo frogs produce the secretion to protect themselves from things in their environment - bacteria, microbes, fungi, etc. And the secretion IS toxic to those things, in nature and inside the human body.

However, nothing in the Kambo secretion has been shown to be toxic to human cells or organs.