Nika Vaeshun 

The use of Kambo differs amongst tribes but the main indigenous uses revolve around lifting Panema – an indigenous name for dark or negative energy / bad luck and for Hunting Magic – they believe it increases their speed and energy during hunting and that it makes the hunter invisible by temporarily eliminating their human odor. They can run faster, longer and eat and sleep less for a period of time. There are many ways they use it medicinally too, including: malaria, snake bites, fevers, infections, fertility problems, to cleanse, detox and strengthen the mind and body, to increase energy, sexual attraction and stamina and to reduce pain. Outside of the forest, Kambo has been the subject of more than two decades of medical research. 

Researchers believe that Kambo will open up a new world of treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia, Cancer, HIV, Herpes, Parkinson’s Disease, MS, Alzheimer’s, Depression, Anxiety, Blood Pressure and Thyroid Issues (Hashimoto’s for example), Hepatitis, Diabetes, Rheumatism, Lyme Disease, Arthritis, Hormonal Issues, Weight loss, Menopause, Addictions, Emotional/Childhood Trauma, PTSD, several auto-immune conditions and much, much more. 

Kambo contains dozens of Peptides (short chains of amino acids), some of them bioactive, which means that cells within the body openly embrace reception of these peptides for use. For those of you who want to do more research, the peptide families represented in Kambo include bradykinins (phyllokinin), tachykinins (phyllomedusin), caerulein, sauvagine, tryptophyllins, dermorphins, deltorphins and bombesins. Recent studies have shown that Kambo contains multiple antimicrobial peptides effective against drug resistant strains of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, parasites and viruses, providing opportunities for the development of new and more efficient nanotechnological-based therapies for treating infectious diseases. Several years of research by the University of Paris have shown Kambo to be effective at killing Cancer cells. Queens University in Belfast recently won a prestigious award for their ground breaking work with Cancer and Kambo. 

Kambo is one of the strongest natural anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antimicrobial and anesthetic substances found in the world and one of the strongest, natural ways to strengthen the immune system. It is 30-40 times stronger than morphine in its pain-killing properties.

Detoxification of the Liver and Kidneys is another fantastic feature. Immediate and short-term effects include enhanced mood, alertness, clarity, focus, energy and increased resistance to stress, tiredness, hunger and thirst. The mind becomes still, people often report feeling lighter/like a burden has been lifted. In the longer term, Kambo empowers the immune system, rousing the body’s defense systems to their natural functions so that existing health problems are improved or resolved, and future ones are less likely to occur. In spiritual terms, Kambo works in a mystical fashion as a light that opens the way, helping us to overcome obstacles and release blockages on an emotional level. It clears our energy field and realigns the chakras enabling us to break negative habits and think more naturally. 

Despite the billions of pounds/euros and dollars being poured into researching and developing mainstream synthetic medication from Phyllomedusa Bicolour frog secretions, no one has yet managed to reproduce the original! Once removed from it’s habitat, the Frog fails to produce this waxy secretion. 

The frogs which are nocturnal and arboreal can be found high up in the trees near the Igarapés (rainforest waterways) where they gather to sing and announce the rain. They are generally harvested at dawn by the indigenous tribes (Matses, Katukina, Kaxinawa, Yawanawa etc) who also sing and imitate the frogs’ song. The frogs climb down voluntarily, are very passive and do not react when picked up. The frogs are carefully tied by each leg with straw strings into an X shape. Sometimes a female tribe member will massage the toes to encourage the secretion which is then carefully scraped off and dried on small sticks. After it is released the frog returns to its habitat unharmed. The strings leave a tiny white line on each leg which stops anyone from harvesting the frog again until it has faded which takes at least 3 months. The frog is never harmed but treated with utmost care and respect by the tribes as the Indians believe that to harm the frog will anger the animal spirits that they live so closely with. Kambo collected in this way is considered 100% ethically harvested. We get our medicine directly from the Matsés tribe in Peru, that is doing a wonderful job taking care of the frog population. That being said, outside of the tribes there’s always people who don’t respect the frogs as much and only think about money. They milk the frogs to exhaustion, and when left without enough medicine to defend themselves, the frogs become vulnerable to predators. We do not support those practices and advise everyone to be very mindful and to always ask where the medicine comes from, no matter where in the world they’re receiving Kambo at as you’ll be directly connected energetically with the frog(s) that have provided the medicine for your stick. So for us it is very important to know that no frog has been harmed in the collection of the Kambo we use. 

Kambo should always be taken with a properly trained person administering and supervising the treatments at all times. 

Kambo is intense but fast. The unpleasant effects are strong and immediate but mostly over within 10 - 40 minutes. The dried Kambo is mixed with a small amount of water and divided into small dots. Then small points, called gates, are placed onto the surface of the skin. The points are approximately 1/8” across but can be smaller or slightly larger depending on the treatment. The top thin layer of skin is blistered with a hot stick and the skin is peeled off to expose the epidermis underneath – this is the same as when you have a blister and the skin rubs off. There is no blood. The number and position of the points varies from person to person depending on individual needs. If you have a series of treatments in the same session, the same points are reused. The small dots of Kambo are applied to the points. This is the only way to take Kambo – it is not safe to ingest it or introduce it into the blood stream directly. The Kambo enters directly into the Lymphatic System so the effect is very fast. Most people experience a warm to hot flush on the upper body and face along with increased heart rate. At this point, different people will react in different ways. Some will feel dizzy, foggy or spaced out. Some people have swollen lips or face and slight skin tingling. All of that is normal. The Kambo will be racing around your body, scanning it for problems and then going directly to work on those areas. You may experience a throbbing or burning sensation, maybe some pain in those areas for a short while. Doesn’t sound fun, but is a great sign for this powerful secretion is doing its job and going directly into the blocked areas. Kambo is not psychoactive, so it does not produce hallucinations, but can produce a short altered state of reality in some people and many people receive insights and messages about living a healthier life. 

The next part of the process is purging all the toxins out. This purging process works on a physical and emotional level. You may feel tired at this point and need to rest. Within a short time – usually an hour or so you will feel much better and you can drink and eat normally. After a good night’s sleep you will start to feel the real benefits. For some people that might take 2-3 days and they might need some extra sleep until then. (Kambo always brings you what you need, not what you want)

The burn marks will heal and fade with time but depending on your skin color and type you may always have small visible scars. Most people see their Kambo scars as a badge of honor. The same points can be reused after approximately 3 months. After the dots of Kambo are removed, the points are dressed with Dragon’s Blood, a Peruvian tree sap. This helps them to heal faster, scar less and ensures they stay free from infection until they scab naturally within a day or so. Please don’t use any soap or the burn marks until a day or two after the treatment. Try to keep the burn marks as dry as possible. (if you’re sweating for example) And don’t use a jacuzzi for a day or two. If you experience unusual redness or itching, applying more Dragon’s Blood (Sangre de Grado, Sangre de Drago) always helps. 

In case you have trouble purging, we will offer you Rapé (pronounced hapay), a traditional shamanic snuff from the Amazon that will help you break through energetic blocks and will help you release. The one we mostly use is prepared in a ceremonial way infused with many prayers and healing intentions by shamans from the Yawanawa tribe in Brazil. We have a wide selection depending on what’s needed from different tribes, ranging from the Matses Nunu to Kaxinawa and Katukina rapés. The base is sacred ground mapacho tobacco leaves, different herbs, leaves, tree barks and ashes. It will clear out your sinuses, align your chakras, increase the blood flow in your brain and connect you to the spirits of the Amazon. It is also used for headaches, to cool down in heat, relax the mind, and lower blood pressure. A truly magical medicine. It is applied by blowing it into your nose with a Tepi pipe. 

Sananga is made from the root and bark of the Tabernaemontana Sananho shrub. It’s a traditional eye medicine that is beneficial for inner and outer vision. It’s great against astigmatism, glaucoma, cataracts, migraines, sinus issues, macular degeneration etc and will clear out your tear ducts and excessive protein around your eyes. It’s also great against dry or red eyes and eye infections. And it will also help decalcify your third eye, to lift panema and is great against anxiety and depression. It also helps to bring out inner anger. After it’s applied it will burn for about 3-10 minutes depending on how strong it is. Your eyes will start vibrating and recalibrating. Afterwards the vision becomes sharper, you will feel uplifted and the world will look more vibrant. This is why we offer Sananga at the end of our ceremony. (Can’t be taken 6-12 months after Lasik surgery) There’s also the option of much milder eye drops called Gotas de Oro that are carrot, aloe vera, horsetail and pineapple based and eye drops made out of the starseed plant . Sometimes we offer melipona honey drops ;-) 

Kambo has no known damaging side effects, so when it is responsibly administered it is completely safe. However, there are very few people who cannot take it. 

Treatment can NOT be given to: 

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women with babies under 6 months old
  - People with serious heart problems (bypass, enlarged heart) (stents or arrhythmia are fine) - People taking medication for very low blood pressure (high blood pressure medication is fine)
  - People who’ve had a stroke or brain haemorrhage
  - People who’ve had aneurisms or blood clots
  - People with serious mental health problems (depression, anxiety, PTSD are fine, please inform us about all other conditions, participation will be decided case by case!)
  - People undergoing chemotherapy and for 4-6 weeks afterwards
  - People suffering from severe epilepsy (Not contra-indicated if epilepsy is mild, was in childhood or a long time ago, but please inform me about it and we’ll decide case by case)
  - People suffering from Addison’s disease                                                                       -Under 18 years of age
  - People who take immune-suppressants for an organ transplant.
  - People who lack the mental capacity to make a decision to take Kambo