An alignment point in the body that is able to receive, associate with and transmit the life force of energy is called a chakra. It is a word from Sanskrit which means the sphere of mans aural energy or a continually spinning wheel.

It is said and fit into traditional Hindu writings and, there is listed more than 88,000 chakra points on a persons entire body. Out of all of these chakras, there are actually seven major energy acts as chakras which will run from a persons had all the way to the base of their spine.

These seven points are the base chakra, the sex chakra, the solar plexus chakra, the chakrra of the heart, the chakra of the throat, the chakra of the brow, and lastly the crown chakra. These points on our body take in energy from the people in our environment and also transmit energy to the people in our environment. Therefore, they also influence us mentally, emotionally, and our daily activities including spiritual activities that we may do.

There are many explanations about Chakras but there is one main definition that is tied in with all of the explanations. It is not known if it comes form the point of view from Chinese medicine, an individuals point of view, the study of psychologys take on it all, where the conscious and unconscious though process is concerned or the Hindus mystical explanation.

Irrespective of your awareness, the chakras are in constant motion. This continuous flow of energy influences the major structure, appearance, physical disorders, glandular processes as well as our thoughts and deeds. However, if one of the chakra shows a malfunction or imbalance in its system, then it is bound to develop symptoms in other areas too.

All this is due to the fact that the seven major chakras correspond to the endocrine system of our body. With the imbalances in the major functioning of the body system, the functioning of the chakras disrupts from the normal behaviour or activity.

It is extremely important to attempt to maintain Chakra balance by using the above as a starting part. It is important that you realize all major illnesses are related to one of the seven main chakras. There may not be physical evidence yet of the illness, but emotions or worries from past events in our lives may still effect us today emotionally as well as spiritually.

There are many people that say that one of the biggest issues with an unbalanced chakra is when people carry around emotional issues. These are generally from their past and in order for them to fix things they will need to address these issues to move on.

Thus it is extremely essential to deal with these emotional burdens as these are the most common factors that usually imbalances the proper functioning of chakras.

You must realize that Chakra healing is extremely good for your body and that you can also directly influence each and every one of your Chakras. You can do this by employing techniques such as Reiki healing, color therapy, aromatherapy, chakra balancing with the aid of a pendulum, crystals or gemstones.

Many people like to attend several yoga exercise classes that teach breathing and physical exercises to maintain chakra balance within their bodies.

Other methods include meditation to keep the thoughts focused and gain awareness in a specific amount of time. This can be obtained in a guidance CD or audio tape for enjoying the relaxation sessions and natural healings for reducing stress and manifesting mind power.

Despite the fact that we can not physically see or touch our chakras, they can work independently to sustain our body.

The body needs nutrition in order for there to be balance of the chakras and the pleasure of good health. There are particular foods that aid in maintaining the balance of each of the seven chakras.

Root-type vegetables are extremely beneficial to our root chakra because they are very high in protein. It is a fact that the sexual and creative chakra needs sweet fruits, nuts, and even vanilla to function properly. Did you know that the plexus chakra is entirely responsible for increasing our self esteem? This chakra works best on carbohydrates like pastas and dairy products like yogurt.

Did you know that the heart chakra functions the best when you eat leafy vegetables such as cabbage and also functions great when you drink large quantities of green tea? The chakra of the throat needs to stay hydrated. Therefore, you must drink a lot of water and fruit juices like apple juice.

Did you know that by eating berries as well as wines your third eye or brow chakra can help you sharpen your senses and be more attuned to all the physical abilities that you have?

The crown chakra which is our emotional and spiritual center often requires a good detoxification. This can be done by fasting or by the ritual inhalation of certain herbs.

If you take the time to influence your chakra then you will be also influencing your health. You will find that you are more in tune with your surrounding both in a physical sense as well as a metaphysical sense.