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Today, I’ve got something out of the ordinary for you. I recorded an episode with my friend Marcos about my experience with plant-based medicine during my recent trip to Costa Rica. Some of these substances may change in classification in the next few years based on research about their therapeutic use, and I hope to spur more conversation about these types of treatments.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical recommendations, diagnoses, or treatment. The use of information in this podcast is at one’s own discretion and is not an endorsement of use.
We discuss:
- Introduction to Marcos and his journey
- What to consider
- Lessons learned
- How my journey began
- Where I went
- What I took
- How I felt
- My takeaway
- Warnings
Or watch on YouTube:
Rock On!
Dr Mike
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For more information, check out:
Marcos https://www.linkedin.com/in/strongerfitness
Mike Bledsoe on IG https://www.instagram.com/mike_bledsoe/?hl=en
An Urgent Plea to Users of Psychedelics: Let’s Consider a More Ethical Menu of Plants and Compounds by Tim Ferriss
https://tim.blog/2021/02/21/urgent-plea-users-of-psychedelics-ethical-plants-compounds/
Amazon Conservation Team via Dr Mark Plotkin
Kambo Casita, Nosoro Costa Rica https://www.kambocasita.com/
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit research and educational organization that develops medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana.
Dr Rick Doblin of MAPS podcasts
Rick Doblin: Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #202
Joe Rogan Experience: Dr Rick Doblin
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Z8lzhvHCMv0c8qZWXbzzK
Mitchell, J.M., Bogenschutz, M., Lilienstein, A. et al.MDMA-assisted therapy for severe PTSD: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 study. Nat Med27, 1025–1033 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-021-01336-3
Selected References
Ayahuasca(1-9)
Kambo (10-18)
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