DMT, proper name N, N-Dimethyltryptamine, also known as the “spirit molecule.” Perhaps best known as the active compound in Ayahuasca, is a psychedelic compound known to induce altered states of consciousness including, bliss, oneness, transcendence, out of body experiences, and occasionally, terrifyingly deep self-realization. This [...]
A species of lichen from the rainforests of Ecuador proves that you don’t have to be a magic mushroom to contain psilocybin. It is the first and only lichen known to incorporate these substances. Ask any biologist and he’ll tell you lichens are an intriguing [...]
Chacruna is an evergreen shrub or plant. Its botanical name is Psychotria viridis and it belongs to the Rubiaceae family. Psychotria viridis (Chacruna) goes by many other common names including Sami Ruca, Yage, and Kawa among several others. Chacruna is native to the Amazon forest and [...]
Throughout the span of recorded human history, Pinecone has served as a symbolic representation of Human Enlightenment, the Third Eye, and the Pineal Gland. Conifer Pine Trees are one of the most ancient plant genera on the planet, having existed nearly three times longer than [...]
The genus Acacia encompasses from 130 to 800 species, found all over the world. Most Acacia trees are medium sized, with pinnate leaves and clustered flowers. They produce pod-like fruits. The flowers are very fragrant and are often made into an essential oil that is [...]
As though to confirm the hunch many of us had that our ‘junk’ DNA was anything but disposable, researchers from the Gene and Stem Cell Therapy Program at Sydney’s Centenary Institute have proven that 97 percent of human DNA programs or encodes proteins in our [...]
Diplopterys cabrerana is a very long vine with opposite oval leaves. The inflorescences each bear four tiny flowers. However, the plant rarely develops flowers, and almost never does so in cultivation. Diplopterys cabrerana is easily confused with Banisteriopsis caapi, but the leaves of D. cabrerana [...]
Studies have indicated that Ayahuasca, the psychoactive brew that has been ritualistically ingested by indigenous tribes since before recorded history. Could potentially help in the fight against diabetes? According to a recent study conducted by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai: [...]
We have collected for you 8 quotes from Rick Strassman, an American medical doctor specialized in psychiatry. Rick Strassman was born on February 8, 1952, in Los Angeles, California. He is a medical doctor specialized in psychiatry with a fellowship in clinical psychopharmacology research. Rick Strassman was the [...]
The DMT trip is without a doubt the most mysterious thing that has entered my life… The DMT trip comes in two categories which often get confused, a sub-breakthrough and a breakthrough (going to the other side). While it is the same drug, the experience [...]
