Colors, chakras and food

Many years ago, I was drawn to using the Color Me Beautiful concept for accentuating one's outer beauty by understanding skin tone, hair and eye color. It was pretty fascinating to see how well it worked in actually boosting one's image. Fast forward to learning more about chakras and colors, as well as the resonance and meaning of these colors. I came back to this concept while completing my yoga training. I have also been drawn to particular crystals and stones that embody the characteristics of these colors as well. For example, jade, seraphinite, bloodstone - all green stones, have tendencies to support the heart chakra - green in their nature. Agate, a blue stone, is supportive for the throat chakra. As we learn more about the elements of the earth - stones, plants and food - these colors have important meanings in our lives. Think about the purpose of each chakra and the associated colors. Red is the root chakra, which relates to being grounded. Think of some root veggies that have this color - beets and radishes. Orange, associated with the second chakra, is about creativity, the juicy energy of life and being able to go with the flow - oranges and salmon, a fish that is high in omega three and allows easy flow of fluids in the body. Yellow is the third chakra or solar plexus and this is symbolic of integration and power. Lutein-rich fruits and veggies are yellow colored- lemons, some squashes, non-GMO corn. Moving on, the fourth chakra or heart chakra, is associated with the color green and greens allow for being heart-centered - healing, loving and nourished. The fifth chakra is blue in color and represents our voice - speaking one's truth. Sea veggies are sources of iodine which nourishes the thyroid gland, located in the throat. The sixth chakra is blue-purple in color and is known as the center of wisdom and connection to intuition. Blueberries and other blue-purple foods contain antioxidants that support memory. The seventh chakra is above the head and connects with the heavens. The spectrum of colors creates white light - the light that is known to be healing to all living creatures. The next time, you consider putting your plate together, think colors of the rainbow! And the next time you choose colors for your wardrobe, think about what chakra needs a boost on that day and pick a color! Explore your creativity and have fun in the process! With healing wishes, Julie