The American perception of drugs is, like anything, formed by our culture and shaped by our bias. What we think of drugs are often very unnatural, highly processed, filthy substances that are produced by the sweat and blood of the third world, bringing in dirty money and complicating world politics. Third world cultures often take drugs that grow in the ground, usually for deeply spiritual and traditional reasons. Perhaps if we examine the way other cultures think about and take drugs, we can learn how to prevent and cure our drug problems here at home. If you or anyone you know has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, please call Right Path Drug Rehab so we can connect you to the ideal drug rehab center for the needs of the situation. San Pedro Cactus, Peru A cactus native to the Andes Mountains region of South America, the San Pedro is peeled and the skin is used to brew a tea that has psychedelic effects. The cactus, that has many hallucinogenic chemicals including mescaline, is used for religious and healing purposes. It is an integral part of life and culture in the mountains that has been practiced for over 3,000 years, and is taken very seriously. Drinking the cactus tea is also considered an antithesis to alcoholism. Using drugs for healing purposes is a common practice in the third world, whereas Western cultures use drugs for recreation and pleasure. Ayahuasca, The…