Dana White Says Ayahuasca Users Are ‘Never the Same’

‘Not in a Million Years’

When asked if he would ever try ayahuasca himself, White gave a firm no.

“Not in a million f***ing years,” White said, according to Marca. Calfkicker quoted the line without the expletive: “Not in a million years.”

Deontay Wilder’s Ayahuasca Experience

Wilder has talked openly about his own use of the brew. Before his December 2023 fight with Joseph Parker, he told The Telegraph about the experience. The Independent quoted him from that interview: “Ah, man, ayahuasca has been… Man, it’s been one of the top things in my life that I’m glad that I’ve experienced.” The outlet reported that he took it at the Rythmia retreat in Costa Rica.

Wilder lost to Parker by decision on Dec. 23, 2023, in Riyadh. He talked about ayahuasca again at the post-fight press conference, per MMA Mania.

“I’ve done ayahuasca, I found a lot of peace in my life. I found a lot of happiness in my life,” Wilder said.

What Is Ayahuasca?

Ayahuasca is a brew traditionally made from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and plants that contain DMT, a psychedelic compound. Reported side effects include nausea, vomiting, anxiety, a higher heart rate and higher blood pressure. It can also interact with other medications.