If you are a mountaineer, hiker, skier or traveler to high altitudes I’m sure you’ve heard the term ‘altitude sickness’ before. Although it usually harms athletesthe truth is that it affects directly to anyone who ascend to high altitude areas.
Explanation
This lack of oxygen occurs because, as the altitude increases, the atmospheric pressure decreases and there are less oxygen and nitrogenso that the alveoli of the lungs They cannot transport the necessary amount of oxygen to the blood.
In addition to lack of oxygen (hypoxia), this process can cause dehydration, discomfort, and even death from pulmonary or cerebral edema. Of course, the severity of the disorder depends on the height reached, the speed with which it is achieved arrive to the level and the physical activity developed at said height.
Benefits of the coca leaf
And what is the antidote for ‘altitude sickness’? It is clear: the coca leaf. It is a plant that has a series of nutrients minerals, essential oils and other components with certain pharmacologicals, one of these being the alkaloid cocaine, which in its synthesized form functions as stimulant with very addictive properties.
Now, in its natural state, it acts as a light stimulant that helps combat thirst, tiredness, pain and it even turns out ideal to relieve altitude sickness. In fact, it is a fairly common technique in points of Peru, Mexico, Argentina or Colombia.
Recommendations
It should be noted that the risk of suffering from altitude sickness is present every time you travel either an ascent is carried out to a height higher than the place of origin.
The most effective measure to prevent this is to execute a climb of gradual and planned wayover several days and establishing days of rest as you progress so that the body acclimatizes. If it is not possible to plan a progressive promotion, it is advisable Consult with a health professional before carrying out the activity.
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