Dietary Information
No salt or pepper
No sugar, sweets or chocolate
No pork (minimum 2 weeks before, one month after)
No red meat
No oils (if you must use oil, use olive oil very sparingly)
No animal fats (lard, etc)
No alcohol or other recreational drugs
No fizzy drinks (including “diet” sodas, as these contain NutraSweet/Aspartame and other sweeteners)
No energy drinks, no non-alcoholic beer
No seasoning (white pepper, spices, etc)
No chillies or other hot peppers
No ice, ice cream, or ice cold drinks
No dairy produce
Other Restrictions
No sexual activity (including masturbation)
No artificial chemicals (in toiletries, perfumes, etc)
You must not be taking any prescription medicines, including supplements. SSRIs are strongly contraindicated. If you were taking an SSRI or other antidepressant, please give the medication ample time to clear from your body before taking ayahuasca.
You must not be pregnant.
Ayahuasca is an energetically demanding experience, and there are certain restrictions and dietary rules you are strongly advised to follow to assure that the medicine is able to do the work it needs to do in your body.
By following these guidelines, you are preparing your body and mind, as well as showing your commitment to and respect for the healing process.