Chakras, from the Sanskrit word meaning wheel, are centers of energy in the human body. The seven main chakras are located between the top of the head and the base of the spine in an upward flow of energy.
The chakras control the organs and glands of the body and each of the seven chakras relate to a specific area of the body.
Root Chakra (1st Chakra) – Red
The root chakra is located at the base of the spine and the areas that relate to this chakra are the spinal column, the large intestine and the bones.
Sacral Chakra (2nd Chakra) – Orange
This chakra is located in the area below the navel and provides harmony in the lower abdomen.
Solar Plexus Chakra (3rd Chakra) – Yellow
Located below the breastbone and behind the stomach, this chakra is associated with the stomach, liver and gall bladder, as well as the pancreas and adrenalin gland.
Heart Chakra (4th Chakra) – Green
As its name implies, this chakra is located in the centre of the chest at the same level as the heart. Disturbances in the heart chakra usually show up problems with the heart or the lungs as well as disturbances in the blood circulation.
Throat Chakra (5th Chakra) – Dark Blue
This chakra is located in the area of the throat just above the collarbone. Blockages would be reflected in sore throats as well problems with the area around the nape of the neck.
Forehead Chakra (6th Chakra) – Purple
The sixth chakra is the third eye. This chakra is located on the forehead between the eyebrows. Disturbances result in eye, nose and throat problems as well as inflammation of the sinuses.
Crown Chakra (7th Chakra) – White / Clear
This chakra is located on the top of the head and in considered to be the centre of spirituality enlightenment, dynamic thought and energy.
