All energy flowing throughout our bodies is grouped into specific chakras. In an optimal state of well being, your energy will flow seamlessly from one chakra to the next.
Sometimes things like stress and anxiety can cause our chakras to become blocked which can result in a vast array of physical, mental, emotional, and temperamental manifestations.
Blocked chakras will require some work to return them to their natural state. This can be done with certain exercises like yoga, crystals, meditation, and even food.
Let’s take a closer look at what foods are associated with each chakra so you can support your chakras for optimal health.
Root Chakra
The root chakra, located at the base of the spine and pelvic floor, is the foundation from which all the rest of the chakras flow.
When this chakra is operating optimally, you will feel grounded, secure, and safe. The color associated with this chakra is red, so foods that are red in color will help promote healing.
Foods to eat:
● Tomatoes
● Apples
● Beets
● Pomegranates
● Raspberries
● Strawberries
Sacral Chakra
The next chakra is known for its relationship with sensuality and creativity resulting in feelings of pleasure and overall enjoyment when energy is flowing as it should. This chakra is associated with the color orange.
Foods to eat:
● Oranges
● Mangoes
● Orange peppers
● Carrots
● Peaches
● Sweet potatoes
Solar Plexus Chakra
Yellow is the color associated with the chakra that controls our energy and power. The solar plexus chakra may affect ambition, willpower, and goals. When working the way it’s supposed to, you may enjoy feeling confident, experience inner peace, and exhibit self control.
Foods to eat:
● Lemons
● Pineapples
● Bananas
● Corn
● Yellow peppers
Heart Chakra
The heart chakra represents our emotions of love, joy, and compassion. It is associated with the element of air and the color green. It physically affects the upper torso and helps establish our self worth and depth of connection with others.
Foods to eat:
● Raw, leafy organic greens
● Kale
● Broccoli
● Spinach
● Chard
● Cucumber
● Zucchini
● Matcha
● Green tea
● Avocado
● Lime
● Mint
● Peas
● Kiwi
Throat Chakra
It’s no surprise that this chakra affects our ability to speak. The throat chakra is associated with the color blue and symbolizes integrity, honesty, and intuition. The physical part of our body it inhabits is the throat, jaw, and teeth. Expect sinus issues if this chakra becomes blocked.
Foods to eat:
● Blueberries
● Blackberries
● Wheatgrass
● Dragon fruit
● Warm herbal teas
Third Eye Chakra
The sixth chakra is located slightly above the area between the eyebrows. It is associated with openness and imagination. It’s where our center of intuition is grounded. This chakra is represented by the color purple or a bluish purple.
Foods to eat:
● Blackberries
● Plums
● Purple grapes
● Grape juice
● Purple cabbage
● Goji berries
Crown Chakra
The seventh chakra is located at the crown of your head. Your consciousness, awareness, and inner wisdom are found here. The colors violet and white are associated with this chakra.
● Drink plenty of fluids
● Fasting
● Juicing
● Mushrooms
● Garlic
● Onion
● Coconut
Keeping your chakras aligned and balanced will help you feel your best. If you are having problems with a particular chakra, consider adding some of these foods to your diet.
If you want to explore more knowledge about each of the chakras, or even have your chakras energetically worked on, come to our next event where you're likely to find a reiki or chakra worker who can help!