Ayahuasca is a powerful plant medicine, and preparing for a ceremony is just as important as the experience itself. One of the most common questions people ask is: Why no salt? At Pachamama Sanctuary, we guide participants through the right way to prepare for an Ayahuasca journey, including dietary restrictions. The Ayahuasca diet is designed to help cleanse the body and mind, ensuring that participants receive the full benefits of the medicine.
The Importance of Ayahuasca Diet Preparation
The way you eat before an Ayahuasca ceremony plays a big role in how deeply you connect with the medicine. The diet, or “dieta,” isn’t just about avoiding certain foods—it’s about purifying your system so you can fully embrace healing. This is why ayahuasca diet preparation is essential. By following these guidelines, you create the best conditions for a transformative experience.
Why No Salt? The Science Behind It
Salt is something we use in almost every meal, so it may seem strange to cut it out before an Ayahuasca ceremony. However, salt can interfere with how Ayahuasca works in the body. It affects water retention, disrupts the balance of neurotransmitters, and can make it harder for the medicine to be absorbed. Ayahuasca is all about cleansing, and salt can slow down this process.
Beyond the physical effects, salt is often linked to cravings and attachments. The Ayahuasca journey encourages participants to let go of things that no longer serve them. By removing salt from your diet, you start practising detachment even before the ceremony.
Foods to Avoid Before an Ayahuasca Ceremony
Ayahuasca diet preparation includes avoiding many foods that can interfere with the medicine’s effects. Here are some key foods and substances to cut out:
- Salt and Spices – These can stimulate the body and interfere with the medicine’s work.
- Processed Foods – These often contain chemicals and preservatives that are not good for a cleansing experience.
- Red Meat and Dairy – These take a long time to digest and can weigh you down energetically.
- Alcohol and Drugs – Any substance that alters your state of mind should be avoided for at least two weeks before the ceremony.
- Caffeine – This can overstimulate the nervous system and make it harder to relax during the ceremony.
By following these guidelines, you allow your body to be in the best possible state for the medicine to work. This is why Pachamama Sanctuary is considered the best Ayahuasca retreat in the USA. We take diet preparation seriously to ensure every participant has a deep and healing experience.