What is Ibogaine Science? There is scientific reasoning surrounding Ibogaine and how it is able to treat opioid addiction. Opioid receptors are a group of inhibitory G protein coupled receptors and exert their pharmacological actions through three opioid receptors called Mu, Kappa, and Delta. Ibogaine works on the Kappa and Mu receptor sites. Through neurological actions, Ibogaine in therapeutic amounts halts the effects and resets the chemical memory of the opiates which ends withdrawal symptoms instantly. This also allows for a reset and rebalancing in the neurochemistry of the brain. This i ..read more

It is well recognized that overcoming addiction is often one of the most formidable challenges that one will face over the course of their lifetime. Addiction practitioners around the world are continually searching for new and effective ways to treat addiction in effort of increasing the likelihood of helping patients to achieve long-term, sustainable recovery. The Avante Institute in the Bahamas is a leading provider of entheogen-based addiction treatment programs that offer innovative treatment solutions for alcohol and opiate addiction. Let’s discuss how to overcome addiction through The A ..read more

 It is highly recommended that anyone who suffers from chronic addiction have an aftercare plan in place once ibogaine treatment is completed. Ibogaine treatment can provide remarkable results in eliminating post-acute withdrawal symptoms (PAWS) and cravings, but it should be noted that ibogaine is only a tool, albeit and extraordinarily effective one. It quenches the desire for the addictive substance and provides a period of clarity and insight into all the factors that resulted in addiction. But ibogaine treatment alone should never be mistaken for a cure for addiction. Some patients w ..read more

What Is Neuroplasticity? Throughout our lifetime, our brain cells (neurons) go through a series of characteristic changes. As learned behaviors, emotions, experiences, thoughts, and traumas all affect how our brain reacts to certain inputs as we age. Neurons connect with other neurons through electrical and chemical impulses in the brain and the strength of these transmissions is what links to our cognition; e.g. the way that we think and react. People suffering from depression are frequently found to have far fewer neurons or neuron connections in certain parts of the brain. How Do Psych ..read more

Psilocybin is a natural occurring psychedelic compound produced by over 200 species of mushrooms. A select number of these species are used for medicinal and therapeutic purposes. When administered by experienced clinical guides, psilocybin has shown exceptional benefit in treating depression, anxiety, addiction, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  Researchers and scientists at John Hopkins University and New York University have implemented clinical trials on Psilocybin assisted therapies that show very promising results for Psilocybin treatment for depression and other mental health is ..read more

The causes of addiction vary somewhat with the substance abused. The current opioid epidemic has some connection to prescriptions for pain killers, both over prescription and patient misuse, and nicotine addiction has a relationship to stress.  One major set of causes relates to psychology and to mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. People who experience anxiety in social situations may turn to alcohol to boost their self-confidence. A major loss, such as the death of a spouse or the loss of a job can lead to depression, and to the use of alcohol or other substances to improve m ..read more

Alcohol abuse and addiction continue to ravage through modern society as the most prevalent form of chronic addiction in the 21st century. Since the end of prohibition in the mid-1930’s, widespread acceptance for public alcohol consumption has continued to gain momentum and add to the dangers of alcoholism. Across global cultures and societies, alcohol is considered an ideal accompaniment to festive celebrations, relaxing outings, romantic dinners and exciting sporting events. It seems the instances when public alcohol consumption is considered inappropriate are becoming less, in favor of more ..read more

Now that you have learned about the benefits of an advanced ibogaine clinical treatment and are ready to experience the magic of the medicine, the most important decision is to determine which clinic is best suited to provide the most comprehensive clinical and therapeutic care for you or your loved one. Unfortunately, as with any unregulated quasi-medical environment, the ibogaine industry is rife with unsavory people who take advantage of those in desperate need of help. Many have no clinical knowledge, cannot read lab results or interpret an EKG result and offer deeply discounted rates used ..read more

Ibogaine is a naturally occurring psychoactive substance derived from the roots of the Tabernanthe iboga shrub and other West African plant species generally found in rain forests.  It has been used for centuries by the indigenous peoples of Western Africa, mainly for use as a sacrament in spiritual initiation ceremonies.  It has also been used in traditional medicine, however, to combat such things as fatigue, hunger, and thirst. Additionally, ibogaine was used as a mental and physical stimulant in France, under the name Lambarene, until 1970 and was popular with post Worl ..read more