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Artifacts Reveal Culture Of Psychoactive Plant Consumption In Ancient Central American Civilizations

The practice of consuming fungi and other psychoactive plants among ancient Central American civilizations are not well known. However a recent study of archeological artifacts and records revealed that not only were mind-altering plants such as tobacco, fungi and morning glory commonly used in Pre-Columbian Costa Rica territory,  but it was also deeply ingrained in …

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Ancient Amazonian Practices Reveal Medicinal and Therapeutic Uses Of Tobacco Plant

Tobacco is one the leading global health concerns of the 21st century. Its usage has been linked to increased risk of cancer, heart issues and other non-communicable diseases. In certain parts of South America however, the plant (especially Nicotiana rustica L.) is revered for its medicinal properties by Amazonian traditional healers known as maestro tabaquero …

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