Important informations about health.
Contraindications and warnings.
If Cacao and Sound medicines* can have huge benefits for mental, emotional and physical health, there are, like all practices, some situations where they might not be suited. I invite you to read this article for more informations. As always, in doubt, do not hesitate to reach out to me and/or consult a health specialist. Keep in mind that none of the practice I offer can replace a medical follow-up, treatment or opinion.
YOUR HEALTH IS MY PRIORITY.
Learn more about Cacao Cermonies here
Antideressants :
If you take antidepressants, anxiolytics or any similar kind of drugs, Cacao might interfer with those. The Cacao antidepressant properties might create a “double dose” effect. There are some precautions to take:
• Simply avoid Cacao or start with a homeopathic dosage (5g) or 1 to 2 sips.
• Observe your body response before you think about increasing the dose.
• Contact me if you have any doubts.
Caffeine :
Cacao contains very low caffeine (in general, the equivalent of a decaf’). That being said if you already have a high level of caffeine in your system, it might interact with the theobromine present in Cacao.
• Conflict between caffeine and Cacao might increase your heart rate and cause headhaches.
• Reduce your coffee consumption the day you drink Cacao to avoid any discomfort.
Heart disease / Implants :
Be it for a journey with Cacao or a Sound Healing session, some conditions are more of a problem than others. Indeed, if you have a pacemaker or some implants (plates, screws, stents…) the medicines* I offer might not be for you. New studies about the influence of instruments on implants are beeing held but as long as I cannot assure you there are no risks, I do apply the following rules. Your health is my priority.
• Theobromine in Cacao might increase your heart rate. Therefore it is not recommended to people with heavy cardiac issues. Ask a doctor if in doubt.
• Sound Healing is based on the body response to vibrations and frequencies emitted by the instruments and is unfortunately not suitable for people with a pacemaker.
• In the same way, some instruments, like gongs for exemple, if played too loud, might have an impact on plates, screws and other implants. If you have some, let me know ahead of time, I will adapt the session depending on your situation or tell you if I believe it is simply better not to take part in a session.
Fasting for a ceremonial dose :
During our journey, you will drink a cup of sacred Cacao that might be rich, it is advised to consume it on an empty stomach. This will also allow energies to flow better and the plant to act on a deeper level.
• Avoid eating 2 hours prior to the ceremony for an optimal effect. Drink a lot of water instead to prepare your body for the medicine*.
Sensitivity to stimulants :
Cacao is the food with the higest level of magnesium which makes it a excellent mood regulator and a great relaxer. Add the theobromine and its soothing effect that still sharpen your senses and concentration, you have the perfect remedy against stress and anxiety. That being said:
• If Cacao has a soothing effect, it also can act like a stimulant and might impact sleep for the more sensitive of us.
• Evaluate your sensitivity to stimulants when determining the dose you take and the time you drink your Cacao.
Pregnancy :
Like unfortunately a lot of things, as a precaution, Cacao and Sound Healing are to be avoided during the first trimestre, as well as after the 8th month of pregnancy. As for the rest:
• Theobromine stimulant’s effect increase the heart rate.
• During a pregnancy, consume only a small dose of Cacao, observe your body’s reactions as well as the baby’s.
• Vibrations and frequencies emmited during a Sound Healing session or a Sound Bath might affect the foetus, but do not have to be completely banned. Let me know and I will adapt my playing strength (and your place if we are in a group).
• Ask a medical advice if in doubt.
Health first :
• Give priority to your health at all time.
• We all are unique and so is our body. If you have a doubt on any topic, approched here or not, I invite you to contact me or consult a health professional before attending a Cacao Ceremony and/or Sound Healing session.
Your heath is the priority.
With Love and Light
P.S: if you have ceremonial Cacao at home, make sure your animals can not access it, component of real Cacao are deadly to them.
*the word ‘’medicine’’ is here used here in the traditional use made of the Cacao or other practices by the ancients. It does not reflect, in any case, a medical advice or prescription. It does not replace a medical act, nor does it substitues to any treatment. Consult a doctor if any doubts.