Ayahuasca diet

The ayahuasca diet, often called a dieta, is a set of physical and energetic preparations designed to help participants safely and deeply connect with the plant medicine 🌿✨

🥗 What to Eat Before Ayahuasca

The goal is to cleanse the body and reduce interactions with MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) found in ayahuasca. Recommended foods include:

• Fresh fruits and vegetables

• Whole grains (rice, oats, quinoa)

• Legumes (beans, lentils)

• Light proteins (chicken, fish, eggs—only in moderation)

• Healthy fats (olive oil, avocado—sparingly)

• Herbal teas and plenty of water

🚫 What to Avoid (Usually 1–2 Weeks Before Ceremony)

To prevent adverse reactions and promote clarity:

• Pork and red meat

• Fermented foods (sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, aged cheese)

• Dairy products

• Spicy foods and excess salt

• Caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs

• Refined sugars and processed foods

• Sexual activity, including masturbation (to conserve energetic focus)

These restrictions help reduce tyramine levels, which can dangerously interact with MAOIs and cause headaches or high blood pressure2.

🧘 Mental and Energetic Preparation

The dieta isn’t just about food—it’s about intention and discipline:

• Limit screen time and overstimulation

• Spend time in nature, meditate, journal

• Avoid negative media or stressful environments

• Set clear intentions for your ceremony

🛑 After the Ceremony

Post-ayahuasca, many facilitators recommend continuing the diet for a few days to support integration and healing. This helps maintain clarity and respect for the plant’s teachings3.

Would you like a sample meal plan or tips for easing into the dieta without overwhelm? I can help you prep mindfully.

Breakfast

• Oatmeal with banana slices and chia seeds

• Herbal tea (like chamomile or lemon balm)

Lunch

• Quinoa salad with steamed veggies (zucchini, carrots, broccoli)

• Olive oil + lemon dressing

Dinner

• Baked sweet potato with sautéed spinach

• Brown rice

• Warm water or mint tea

Breakfast

• Rice porridge with unsweetened almond milk

• Papaya or pear slices

Lunch

• Lentil soup with parsley and celery

• Side of avocado (small portion)

Dinner

• Steamed green beans + carrots

• Millet with fresh herbs

• Rooibos tea or ginger-infused water

Breakfast

• Buckwheat pancakes (no syrup) with mashed banana

• Hibiscus tea

Lunch

• Chickpeas with roasted zucchini and beets

• Farro or barley

Dinner

• Light miso broth (low sodium) with tofu cubes and cabbage

• Steamed brown rice

• Herbal tea for grounding (e.g. tulsi or lavender)

🧘 Lifestyle Tips to Support the Dieta

• Journal your intentions and emotional patterns as they arise

• Spend time in nature—walks, sun, fresh air

• Limit social media or intense content

• Avoid loud, fast-paced environments

• Practice daily quiet time, meditation, or breathwork

🍫 Classic Ceremonial Cacao Elixir

A heart-opening drink rooted in ancient Mesoamerican tradition.

Ingredients

• 30–40g ceremonial-grade cacao (paste or discs)

• 1 cup warm water or herbal tea (not boiling)

• 1 tsp raw honey or date syrup (optional)

• Pinch of cinnamon or cayenne (for warmth and activation)

• Dash of Himalayan salt (enhances flavor and grounding)

Instructions

1. Heat water to ~180°F (not boiling).

2. Blend cacao with water until smooth and frothy.

3. Stir in spices and sweetener.

4. Sip slowly while setting your intention.

🧘 Optional additions: Maca (for stamina), rose powder (for heart chakra), or damiana tea (for emotional release)2

🌸 Floral Water Infusion for Ceremony

A gentle, aromatic drink to support emotional clarity and energetic cleansing.

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water

• 1 tsp edible rose water or orange blossom water

• 1 tsp raw honey (optional)

• A few drops of flower essence (e.g. camellia, hibiscus, or lavender)

• Garnish: edible rose petals or calendula flowers

Instructions

1. Warm water gently and stir in floral water.

2. Add honey and flower essences.

3. Sip slowly in a quiet space, focusing on breath and gratitude.

🌼 Perfect for pre-ceremony grounding or post-ceremony integration.

🌞 Morning Glow Cacao Ritual

Designed to energize and uplift while staying dieta-friendly.

Ingredients

• 25g ceremonial cacao

• 1 cup heated nut milk (almond or oat)

• Pinch of turmeric

• Bee pollen (optional, if allowed in your dieta)

• Local honey to taste

Instructions

1. Blend cacao with warm nut milk until creamy.

2. Stir in turmeric and sweetener.

3. Garnish with bee pollen or edible flowers.

4. Enjoy with morning journaling or meditation