Seven teas to balance the chakras
Chakras are dynamic energy control centers located along the spine - from the base of the spine to the top of the head. They are a kind of system of energy that circulates freely through the human body and the proper functioning of every organ depends on its balanced distribution. Factors such as stress, trauma, emotional upset or illness could lead to a restriction or depletion of this energy. This in turn can make a person feel "empty" and lead to breakdown and depression. This is why it is so important to preserve and "nourish" the flow of energy to provide much needed spiritual connection and harmony in every aspect of spiritual and physical health.
There are seven main chakras in the human body and each of them has its own colour. They send signals to all the organs, whose proper functioning they constantly monitor. Each of them is significant for the processes in the body. One or several of the chakras become "sick" - our whole system suffers.
The herbs in Chakra Phytolek teas can help restore balance in the body. The seven teas of the series with carefully selected herbal combinations are dedicated to these seven chakras and are recommended in daily health care as well as a complement to yoga practice.
Muladhara Phytolek is an herbal blend for the root chakra, which is located low at the base of the spine and is perhaps the most important of the seven chakras. It creates a sense of stability, makes one adaptable, gives vitality and brings a sense of well-being. The root chakra is the foundation of the chakra system, uniting them and making them a whole.
Colour: red
Herbal composition: licorice root, ginger root, hibiscus, rose, strawberry
Swadhishthana Phytolek is an herbal blend for the sacral chakra, located low in the abdomen. It can be seen as our inner sacred space; a kind of personal temple of feelings, creative energy and the ability to enjoy life.
Colour: orange
Herbal composition: nettle, horsetail, turta, calendula, liquorice, turmeric, orange peel
Manipura Phytolek is an herbal blend for the solar plexus chakra, which is located in the solar plexus area and administers decision-making ability, willpower and optimism. Energetically, it is the fire that fuels our metabolism and when activated, increases human energy and purposefulness.
Colour:yellow
Herbal composition: peppermint, thyme, St. John's wort, chamomile, gentian, turmeric, nettle, lemon
Anahata Phytolek is an herbal blend for the heart chakra, which is located in the center of the chest and governs the heart and lungs. This chakra is associated with feelings of love and compassion. The energy keeps the immune system in good condition, generates sympathy and empathy, and enhances one's ability to forgive.
Colour: green
Herbal mixture: hawthorn berries and flowers, peppermint, lemon balm, green tea, thyme, oregano
Vishuddha Phytolek is an herbal blend for the throat chakra, located in the thyroid area and responsible for the ability to communicate and express oneself. Balancing and cleansing this chakra can increase our sensitivity to ourselves, to others and not least to the universe in which we live.
Colour: blue
Herbal mixture: eucalyptus, sage, lemongrass, mint, chamomile, liquorice
Ajna Phytolek is an herbal blend for the third eye chakra, which is located on the forehead, between the eyebrows. It unlocks intuition and imagination and is key in many religions. This chakra governs mental functions, those of sight and visual recall, including memory. When something is "projected" into the third eye or dream, it is "seen" by the ajna.
Colour: indigo
Herbal blend: echinacea, chokeberry, lavender blossom, rose blossom, mint leaves, hibiscus
Sahasrara Phytolek is an herbal blend for the crown chakra, which is located at the top of the head and is responsible for awakening spiritual bliss. Daily intake of this tea awakens spiritual enlightenment,and oneness, and influences the ability to integrate and ground this divine energy in our energy system, spirit, mind and body.
Colour: violet
Herbal composition: lavender flowers, rose flowers, rooibos, basil stems, ginkgo biloba leaves