American tourist, 41, died after drinking psychedelic tea in Peru

An American tourist, Aaron Wayne Castranova, died after consuming ayahuasca during a spiritual retreat in Peru. The potent psychedelic tea led to a multi-organ breakdown. Castranova, 41, reportedly did not inform ceremony leaders about taking antibiotics, which may have contributed to his death.

Ayahuasca, a hallucinogenic brew popular among tourists, has been associated with severe health risks. The U.S. Embassy warns of its dangers, including potential irreversible damage and death. Officials noted previous cases where U.S. citizens faced health crises or criminal incidents following its use.