Rudraksha is a dried bead from the pious tree which has great significance in Ayurveda. It is regarded as a Sanjeevani or the elixir of life. The Ayurvedic scriptures have mentioned the use of rudraksha for the cure of many diseases and disorders. The health benefits of rudraksha are known since the ancient times. Today, we see many people using it as a prayer beads. It is also an organic ornament or mala which can be worn either on the hand or neck.

The rudraksha term consists of two words - rudra and aksha. The word rudra is the name of lord Shiva himself and aksha means tear. The plant of rudraksha is said to be born from the tear of the lord Shiva. Hence, the name. The rudraksha is said to be a loved bead for lord Shiva himself. We can see pictures depicting the lord wearing these sacred seeds on him. You can do original rudraksha mala online shopping.

 Today, people wear the rudraksha to gain good health, happiness and for the eradication of evils. The beads are grown in the Himalayan regions. It is found in countries like Nepal, Indonesia, Myanmar, Java, Sumatra and India.

Benefits of wearing a rudraksha

·         The holy seed helps you gain good health. It will keep bad health and diseases at bay.

·         The beads will help you settle down in new places that are not favorable for your body energy.

·         It helps you in better eating and sleeping at a new environment. Thus, it is used the Sadhus and Sanyasis who are always on the go. In modern days, it can be used by people who travel a lot.

·         The seed is a protective barrier against any sort of negative energies. If someone is using negative energy against you, it can be got ridden by the rudraksha.

·         The seed is widely used in meditation and prayer. A mala or chain of beads can be used to count the mantras during chanting.

·         Rudraksha is helpful in enhancing of memory of a person.

·         The seed is helpful in easing a scorpion bite pain. You can rub a Rudraksha on grind stone and apply the mix on the affected parts.

·         The seed can balance air, bile and phlegm. You can consume its powder with water to get rid of the phlegm.

·         The seed has positive electro-magnetic properties that are beneficial for balancing your blood pressure. It also helps release body heat providing relaxation.

·         Rudraksha has the ability to prevent measles.

·         The seed can your enhance memory power and improve your intellect.

·         Use the mix of the seed along with rose water and almond paste to get glowing skin.

·         The rudraksha seed powder along with mustard oil can be used to reveal body pain. Just apply it over the joints that are in pain.

·         The rudraksha is good to improve mental health. When the seed powder is consumed along with cow’s milk, it eases mental problems. Get your rudraksha on online rudraksha store.

These are some of the benefits of the rudraksha. It can be used on the body as a jewelry and can also be consumed in the form of a powder.