KAMBO
Kambo is a potent and sacred medicine with a rich history and a wide range of potential benefits. Whether you’re seeking physical healing, emotional release, or spiritual growth, Kambo can offer profound support on your journey.
‘’Kambo’s ability to help us heal on a cellular level is a testament to its powerful and multifaceted nature. By clearing energy blockages, releasing trapped emotions, and encouraging new habits to reset neural pathways. Kambo offers a comprehensive approach to healing that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of health. This indigenous medicine, revered for its holistic benefits, is an incredibly valuable tool for those seeking profound and transformative healing experiences’’.
What is Kambo?
Kambo is a potent indigenous Amazonian medicine derived from the secretions of the Phyllomedusa bicolor, also known as the Giant Monkey Frog.
Indigenous tribes have used Kambo for centuries in a ritual capacity to boost physical stamina, clear heavy energy (panema) and improve mental clarity.
The Origins of Kambo
Kambo has deep roots in the cultures of the Amazon Basin, particularly among the tribes of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
These tribes have long revered Kambo for its powerful cleansing and healing properties, using it to treat a variety of ailments and to prepare for hunting by enhancing their physical capabilities and sharpening their senses.
The Benefits of Kambo
Kambo is rapidly gaining recognition worldwide as a powerful ally in holistic health and wellness. Kambo is also known for its potent detoxifying effects and has an unrivalled chemical profile rich in bioactive peptides that offer a wide range of therapeutic applications. These peptides have unique healing properties that act on various physiological systems in the body which can lead to numerous health benefits.
In indigenous communities, Kambo is referred to as the ‘vaccine of the forest’.
- Enhanced Immune Function: Kambo helps to stimulate the body’s immune response.
- Pain Relief: Some users report a reduction in chronic pain after Kambo sessions.
- Emotional Release: Kambo can facilitate the release of deep-seated emotional blockages, promoting emotional well-being and mental clarity.
- Improved Physical Stamina: Traditionally used by hunters to increase endurance and strength.
- Detoxification: Kambo promotes the elimination of toxins from the body, which can enhance overall health and vitality.
- Neuroplasticity: Kambo enhances brain plasticity, allowing you to create new neural pathways.
Kambo is a medicine that heals at a cellular level. It can help promote neuroplasticity, assisting with the release of psycho-somatic tension, ruminating thoughts patterns and limiting belief systems. Essentially restoring our capacity to access our bodies innate healing wisdom.
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Kambo and Peptides
The Kambo medicine contains a unique cocktail of bioactive peptides that offer a wide range of therapeutic benefits. These peptides contribute to Kambo’s potent healing properties by acting on various physiological systems in the body.
Peptides are short chains of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. They are incredibly versatile and beneficial molecules that support a wide range of physiological functions.
Kambo’s unique blend of bioactive peptides offers a comprehensive approach to healing, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual health. These peptides work synergistically to promote cell signalling, tissue repair, immune function, neurotransmission, hormone regulation, metabolism, anti-inflammatory effects, antioxidant protection, detoxification, and specific therapeutic applications. By harnessing the power of these peptides, Kambo provides a profound and holistic healing experience, deeply rooted in the wisdom of indigenous Amazonian traditions
The Benefits of Kambo Peptides
Cell Signalling and Communication
Kambo peptides play a crucial role in cell signalling, helping to regulate and coordinate various bodily functions. These peptides can bind to receptors on the surface of cells, triggering specific cellular responses that promote healing and well-being.
- Phyllomedusin: This peptide acts as a powerful vasodilator, improving blood flow and enhancing the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues.
Tissue Repair and Regeneration
Kambo peptides promote the repair and regeneration of tissues, making them beneficial for physical healing and recovery.
- Phyllokinin and Phyllomedusin: These peptides help to dilate blood vessels, improving circulation and supporting the repair of damaged tissues.
Immune Function
The peptides in Kambo can boost immune function, helping the body to fight off infections and maintain overall health.
- Dermaseptin: This peptide has antimicrobial properties, helping to protect the body from bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.
Neurotransmission and Mood Regulation
Kambo peptides influence the nervous system, affecting neurotransmission and mood regulation.
- Dermorphin and Deltorphin: These peptides are potent opioid receptor agonists, providing pain relief and promoting a sense of well-being. They can help to alleviate depression and anxiety by enhancing mood and reducing stress.
Hormone Regulation
Certain Kambo peptides can influence hormone levels, supporting metabolic and endocrine health.
- Caerulein: This peptide stimulates the release of digestive enzymes and smooth muscle contraction, aiding in digestion and detoxification.
Metabolism and Appetite Control
Kambo peptides can help to regulate metabolism and appetite, contributing to overall metabolic health.
- Sauvagine: This peptide can modulate the body’s stress response, helping to balance cortisol levels and support metabolic function.
Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Many Kambo peptides exhibit anti-inflammatory effects, helping to reduce inflammation and manage chronic inflammatory conditions.
- Phyllokinin: This peptide not only acts as a vasodilator but also has anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce inflammation in the body.
Antioxidant Effects
Some Kambo peptides have antioxidant properties, protecting cells from oxidative damage and promoting longevity.
- Antioxidant Peptides: These peptides help to neutralize free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and preventing cellular damage.
Detoxification and Cleansing
Kambo peptides support the body’s natural detoxification processes, helping to eliminate toxins and cleanse the body.
- Multiple Peptides: The synergistic action of various peptides in Kambo promotes detoxification, enhancing liver function and aiding in the removal of metabolic waste.
Specific Therapeutic Applications
Kambo peptides have been studied for their potential therapeutic applications, offering new avenues for medical treatment.
- Dermaseptin and Adenoregulin: These peptides are being researched for their potential to treat infections and cancer due to their antimicrobial and cytotoxic properties.
Application and Methodology
Typically, Kambo is administered in ceremonial setting. A practitioner prepares the skin by burning small, superficial points, referred to as “gates,” using a stick or incense. The Kambo secretion is applied to the gates in quick succession, allowing it to enter the lymphatic system directly.
Participants are required to drink approx. 1.5 litres of water prior to the medicine application to hydrate and assist with the facilitation of a purgative response.
The effects of Kambo are typically felt within minutes and can include an increased heart rate, a feeling of heat in the body, and typically induces a purgative process, which can involve vomiting, sweating, and other forms of detoxification and nervous system responses such as yawning, crying, sighing or shaking.
After the initial effects subside and the medicine is removed from the gates, participants often experience a period of rest and recovery, followed by a feeling of clarity, rejuvenation, and well-being.
Traditionally Kambo is known as a surrender medicine because a key aspect of the healing process with Kambo is the willingness to surrender and trust the medicine. Participants are encouraged to relinquish control and allow Kambo to work intuitively. This act of surrender can feel challenging, especially when facing the intense physical and emotional purging that can accompany traditional Kambo sessions.
Part of the healing power of Kambo comes from sitting with and embracing the difficult processes it initiates. The purging, sweating, and emotional release are not seen as mere side effects but as integral parts of the healing journey. By confronting and moving through discomfort, individuals can release deep-seated toxins and emotional blockages.
Kambo’s purgative effects are believed to cleanse the body not just of physical impurities but also of negative energies and emotional baggage. This deep cleansing is seen as a rebirth, a way to shed old patterns and emerge renewed.
Although incredibly powerful, the traditional method is not for everyone. In recent years there have been adaptations in application, to better suit some individual’s needs.
Dry Kambo
The Dry Kambo Method eliminates the necessity for the large volume of pre-ceremony hydration, resulting in a less intense experience while still providing the benefits of Kambo. By minimizing the need for excessive water consumption and intense purging, this method makes Kambo accessible to a broader range of individuals while still promoting detoxification, emotional release, and overall well-being.
Trauma Informed Gentle Kambo
The Gentle Kambo Method is a specialized trauma informed approach designed to make the Kambo experience more accessible and comfortable. This method involves applying the Kambo secretion in stages, with extended intervals between each application. Trauma-informed Kambo is a compassionate and effective approach that acknowledges the complexities of trauma and prioritizes the client’s safety and agency. By integrating informed choice, gradual application, and somatic techniques, this method facilitates deep and lasting healing. It empowers individuals to release trapped trauma, regulate their nervous systems, and restore balance to their physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies, while supported by a trauma trained facilitator.
The Role of the Practitioner
Guidance and Support
A trained Kambo practitioner plays a crucial role in this process, providing a safe and supportive environment for the participant. The practitioner’s experience and knowledge help to facilitate the medicine’s intelligent action, ensuring that the participant can fully benefit from the session.
Integrating Kambo into Your Life
For those interested in experiencing Kambo, it’s important to approach it with respect and intention. Proper integration practices, such as meditation, journaling, and support from a community or therapist, can enhance the long-term benefits of Kambo.
Safety and Considerations
Kambo is a powerful substance and should be administered by a trained practitioner to ensure safety and effectiveness. It is not recommended for everyone, particularly individuals with certain health conditions such as heart problems or severe mental health conditions. Always consult with a healthcare provider before participating in a Kambo ceremony.
Kambo Contraindications
Kambo is powerful healing modality and is very safe and widely well tolerated when given by a trained and certified practitioner, but it’s not suitable for everyone.
Some medical conditions and medications present a risk or may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment. Therefore, there are some circumstances where Kambo is CONTRAINDICATED, meaning we are not able to administer the medicine to you.
It’s essential for both practitioners and clients to be aware of these contraindications to ensure safe and effective outcomes.
It is important that you check the list of contraindications below for suitability before proceeding to book an appointment. If any doubt, please message us directly.
Here is a comprehensive list of contraindications for Kambo treatment.
Kambo is contraindicated for any person who has the following:
- Heart or cardiovascular problems
- Previous / current stroke, brain haemorrhage, aneurism or blood clots
- Medicated low blood pressure
- Have current and severe Epilepsy
- Addison’s Disease
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Recent major surgical procedure
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding
- People under 18 years of age.
- Prior diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or previous psychotic episode or condition
- Hospitalisation for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis within the last 5 years.
- Are taking immune suppressants for an organ transplant
- Are undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy or for at least 8 weeks after treatment completion
- Gastric sleeve or band surgery
- Recent use of Bufo (8 weeks prior)
- Severe Asthma
This is not an exhaustive list so it’s important to consult with us if you have any serious health issues. It is essential for clients to disclose all relevant medical information to their practitioner before undergoing treatment.
The Unique Intelligence of Kambo
Kambo is revered not only for its potent bioactive compounds but also for its unique intelligence. Indigenous tribes of the Amazon have long recognized Kambo as a powerful medicine that works holistically, guided by an innate wisdom that goes beyond its chemical composition.
Natural Wisdom
Indigenous healers believe that Kambo possesses its own intrinsic intelligence, an understanding of the human body and spirit that allows it to work precisely where it is needed. This perspective holds that Kambo’s effectiveness is not merely due to its peptides but also its natural wisdom that guides the healing process.
Holistic Healing
Kambo is seen as a holistic medicine that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances. The indigenous approach emphasizes the importance of the whole being, recognizing that true healing encompasses all aspects of a person’s life.
Intuitive Action
From this perspective, Kambo’s peptides do not act randomly but are directed by the medicine’s innate intelligence. This means that the effects of Kambo are tailored to the individual’s needs, facilitating a unique healing journey for each person.
