Ancient Tradition
Chewing and drinking coca tea is an ancient tradition. These leaves have been harvested in Peru and Bolivia for over 3000 years.
Coca tea has a significant religious, cultural, and medicinal effect on the indigenous people of South America. Coca leaves are found in large quantities in small markets, supermarkets, hotels and coffee shops in Peru, Bolivia, Colombia and Ecuador. They are still used in religious ceremonies and pachamama which is earth mother. Whole coca leaves are often burned or arranged into a 3-leaf shape. You can also buy coca tea powder on-line at Coca Tea Express.
Most of the coca leaves harvested is either consumed as tea or chewed and exported to neighboring countries. The way they chew whole coca leaves in Peru and Bolivia goes like this: the leaves are put into a ball shape, sprinkled with llipta and then placed on the left or right side of the mouth. The effects of chewing coca tea leaves are quiet potent.
Effects of Coca
Chewing and drinking coca tea stops hunger pains and boosts energy levels to work harder and longer. They also relief headaches, migraines and stomach aches.
Coca tea is so significant in Peru, Colombia and Bolivia that you will virtually find it everywhere you go. And it’s for a good reason, because high altitude sickness is a debilitating disease. Coca is available at most hotels and hostels in high-altitude Andean cities such as Cusco or La Paz. A natural remedy for the dreaded altitude sickness.
The easiest way to consume coca leaves is by making a coca tea. A herbal tisane made by gently steeping whole dried coca leaves. You can also use coca teabags, just add hot water. it tastes similar to green tea, has a yellow color and a slightly bitter-sweet taste.
Ancient Past
Coca leaves were reserved for the royalty and high priests in Peru and Bolivia. Common people were forbidden from enjoying coca tea entirely.
Today however, coca tea is highly praised for it’s medicinal effects.
Coca tea is excellent for weight loss and as a natural energy-boosting aid. Many people swear that this plant also boosts their immune system, noticing the lack of colds and flu while consuming coca leaves. And last but not least, it helps to sooth the stomach, prevent and stop nausea, headaches and migraines. There are many reports that claim that chewing coca tea powder strengthens teeth and bones due to high amounts of calcium in coca leaves.
To your health and success,
Alex