Gemstones to Boost Your Immune System

Before I begin this article I want to emphasize the importance of following the advice of your local health authorities in dealing with any viruses such as Covid -19 or influenza. In times of pandemic keep your distance, wash your hands, wear a mask and stay at home.

Gemstones have a long history of use as spiritual and physical healers with every culture incorporating them in medicinal, astrological, religious or magical practices.

Whether it is their chemical properties, crystal make-up, frequency of vibration, connection to mother earth or just the placebo effect, gemstones have cemented their place in the human psyche.

In recent times we have been inundated with questions about the best gemstones to combat viruses and deal with the ill health they cause.

I have come up with a list of gemstones which may be able to provide some comfort in, what is for many, a very frightening world.

These gemstones have a reputation for boosting the immune system:

Carnelian

Carnelian invigorates the immune system and purifies the organs.

Aventurine

Aventurine provides support in fighting viruses and it helps to ease symptoms.

Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli lifts the immune system and helps the respiratory system.

Malachite

Malachite heals and improves immune system functions

Tourmaline

Tourmaline is a powerful ally for immunity and increases body detoxification.

Bloodstone

Bloodstone is commonly used to protect from autoimmune disorders.

Sodalite

Sodalite heightens your immune system and balances your metabolism.

These are stressful times and increased anxiety leads to a general weakness and many health problems.

Try one of these gemstones to ease stress:

Amethyst

Amethyst a calming gemstone, very protective and aids sleep. Also good for respiratory system.

Kunzite

Kunzite helps deal with emotional stress and stimulates your immune system.

Morganite

Morganite relieves stress related illnesses. Great treatment for asthma, emphysema, and tuberculosis, too.

If you do get sick or if you are in the recovery stage here are a couple of very helpful gemstone friends:

Jasper

Jasper clears pollutants and toxins from the body and treats ailment from upper body.

Rutile Quartz

Rutile Quartz is traditionally used for asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema and other bronchial disorders.

Chrysocolla

Chrysocolla improves breathing and is excellent for throat and chest issues as it relaxes the.

Howlite

Howlite helps to reduce breathing difficulties.

There are a few different ways to use gemstones for healing. You can just wear them as jewelry to keep them nearby throughout the day or put one in your pocket or purse to use as a touchstone. Meditate with one in your hand or on the floor beside you or place one on the bedside table while you sleep.

Finally a word about the Chakras, the ancient Hindu philosophy which says that the body contains a number of Chakra points. Each point has an influence over certain physical and mental features.

Generally, but not always, the gemstones connected to the Heart Chakra, are green.

Here are a few that can heal or unblock a troubled Chakra:

Aventurine

Aventurine a cheering gemstone and a heart healer.

Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase opens the Heart Chakra to allow entry of healing energy

Emerald

Emerald helps in the recovery from infectious diseases

Green Jasper

Green Jasper boosts the immune system and detoxifies the body

Green Tourmaline

Green Tourmaline physically good for the heart and circulation

Jade

Jade's soothing energy removes negative feelings

Malachite

Malachite stimulates both the Heart and Throat Chakras

Peridot

Peridot excellent for the immune and digestive systems

Find a quite spot to relax, place the gemstone over the heart and let it do its work.

Let me once again say that nothing can replace the advice of your doctor or the hard work and dedication of nurses and health professionals but there is also no doubting the comfort to many that gemstones can bring.