A Mexican actress died after ingesting poison from a poisonous Amazonian frog during a voluntary spiritual cleansing ritual.
According to local reports, Marcela Alcazar Rodríguez, 33, ingested some of the poison as part of a spiritual cleansing procedure used by some indigenous peoples of South America to cleanse themselves of toxic substances.
Rodriguez began vomiting and had severe diarrhea.
Witnesses said she was unwell and initially refused help, but when a friend came to visit her symptoms worsened and she eventually gave up.
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Marcela Alcazar Rodríguez, 33, died on Sunday after participating in a spiritual cleansing. (Jam Press)
Mexican production company Mapache Films confirmed her death, saying she was a “beloved colleague and friend.”
“It is with deep regret that we mourn the passing of our beloved colleague and friend Marcela Alcazar Rodríguez,” the production company said in a statement. social media posts.
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“Her death has left an immeasurable void in our hearts and in our professional community. Her dedication, joy and dedication will be missed by all of us who had the privilege of working alongside her. It left a deep mark.”
A tree frog that lives in South Florida. (Thomas Cody/USA Today Network)
According to Healthline, kambo is a South American healing ritual that incorporates the poisonous secretions of frogs.
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“Frogs secrete this substance as a defense mechanism to kill or subdue animals that try to eat it. Some humans, on the other hand, use the substance in their bodies, claiming its health benefits. ”The media said.
Police believe Sherman was involved in the incident and are investigating.
