Multiple accounts describe growing interest in “kambo,” a practice that involves applying poison derived from an Amazonian tree frog to a person’s skin. The Daily Mail reports that participants pay around £150 for what is presented as a treatment, with promoters claiming the substance can “flush toxins” and help reduce anxiety. The practice is described as being offered beyond traditional settings, appearing in suburban or consumer-oriented contexts rather than only in the Amazon. The reports also raise concerns about the way ceremonies are conducted, pointing to “cut-price” events promoted via social media. In particular, the articles question the qualifications and oversight of some practitioners, describing them as “shamans” and implying that lower-cost, informal services may increase health risks. Overall, the coverage links the rising availability of kambo to broader questions about safety, the potential dangers of using toxic substances, and the need for reliable standards around who administers the poison and how sessions are carried out.
Kambo frog poison ceremonies gain popularity, raising safety and regulation concerns
Multiple accounts describe growing interest in “kambo,” a practice that involves applying poison derived from an Amazonian tree frog to a person’s skin. The Daily Mail reports that participants pay ar...
- Kambo involves using toxic secretions from an Amazonian tree frog.
- Participants reportedly pay about £150 for kambo sessions.
- Promoters claim kambo can help “flush toxins” and may reduce anxiety.
- The practice is offered outside traditional settings, including suburban or consumer-oriented contexts.
- Some outlets express concern about safety and the qualifications of social-media-promoted practitioners.
Julie lunges forwards to grab a plastic bucket in front of her. She isn't suffering from a big night out. She has paid £150 so she can be poisoned with toxic secretions from an Amazonian tree frog.
2 months agoJulie lunges forwards to grab a plastic bucket in front of her. She isn't suffering from a big night out. She has paid £150 so she can be poisoned with toxic secretions from an Amazonian tree frog.
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