Have you ever heard of Chromotherapy? It is a form of alternative therapy that uses color to improve one’s physical and mental well-being. This type of therapy has been around for centuries, but recently it has gained more attention due to the scientific evidence that supports its efficacy. Let’s take a look at how this quick and easy practice can help boost your mood and improve your overall health.
Chromotherapy 101
Chromotherapy is an alternative medical practice that applies colors as treatment for various physical, mental, and emotional ailments. This practice is based on the principle that each color contains unique healing properties that can be used to balance energy in the body. Practitioners believe that when certain colors are applied to the body, these colors interact with our cells and organs to provide healing effects . Chromotherapy can be administered through light therapy (also known as “color therapy”), visualizations, or even colored clothing or accessories.
The Science Behind Chromotherapy’s Mood Boosting Abilities
Studies have found that different colors can have positive impacts on our physical and emotional states by affecting our hormones, heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, brain waves, and other physiological functions. For instance, blue light has been shown to reduce cortisol levels—the hormone associated with stress—while yellow light has been linked to increased serotonin levels—a hormone responsible for regulating mood and happiness. In addition, research suggests that exposure to certain colors may help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety while promoting relaxation and improved sleep quality.
If you’re feeling down or stressed out or just need a little pick-me-up in general – give chromotherapy a try! Book your light therapy sessions with beem ™ today and put some pep back into your step!
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