Neuroestimulantes naturales: de rituales ancestrales a terapias de vanguardia
Revista CienciaUANL July 1, 2026 Armando Ordaz‐hernández, M. Corona-Ramírez, Israel Jesús Orlando Guerrero
Psilocybin from magic mushrooms and 5-MeO-DMT from the Incilius alvarius toad, used ancestrally in Mexican spiritual rituals, are now recognized as promising therapies for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and treatment-resistant addictions. These substances act on serotonin receptors and stimulate neuroplasticity, helping the brain adapt and overcome negative mental patterns. Although further clinical studies are needed, their traditional use inspires therapies that integrate ancestral knowledge with modern science to improve emotional well-being.