American Tourist Death from Ayahuasca in the Peruvian Amazon

An American tourist died after drinking ayahuasca at a spiritual retreat in the Peruvian Amazon. Ayahuasca is a hallucinogenic brew traditionally used by Indigenous cultures in the Amazon. Despite its popularity for spiritual and healing rituals, it can cause severe reactions and even death. The tragedy highlights the risks associated with ayahuasca tourism in Peru.

Actress Dies After Consuming Poison Frog Potion at Spiritual Retreat

Movie actress Marcela Alcazar Rodriguez met an untimely end after consuming a potion made from poison frog Kambo at a spiritual retreat in Mexico. The substance caused her body to spasm and she died hours later, with the cause of death still under investigation.

Colorado Hiker Found Alive After Disappearing During Spiritual Retreat

A hiker, Gina Chase, was found alive after disappearing during a spiritual retreat in Colorado. She was part of a group without cellphones on a quest to maximize a spiritual experience with nature. After going missing for four days, she was located by authorities in challenging terrain.