The Health Benefits of Tourmaline

Tourmaline is a group of semi precious mineral in composition bit similar to granite. Three most well-known varieties of it are Elbaite, Schorl, and Dravite.  It`s also one of most multicolored mineral types known occurring in virtually every color of the spectrum. Crystals of tourmaline are also very strongly dichroic—that is, they appear in different colour when viewed in the direction of different axes.

Tourmaline got its name from Sinhalese phrase “tura mali” meaning “vibrant color stone”. Historically it was known as a protective stone that protects one that wears it.

Tourmaline also have a property to generate electric charge and far infrared waves that are believed to reach inner regions of tissues, muscles and bones, boost the immune system and promote detoxification. These infrared waves produce the same resonance in the body that is normally found in water. This resonance is believed to help relieve stress, increase alertness, stimulate circulation, and boost the immune system.

Tourmaline to Improve Physical Performance

Professional athletes often states that therapeutic gemstones like tourmaline helps to improve strength, and allows for faster recovery from hard workouts. In this sense Tourmaline favorably influences circulation, it has been reported to boost vitality and vigor in both men and women.

Tourmaline Jewelery

Far infrared rays produced by Tourmaline gives the best effects when in close proximity to the body thus it is always incorporated in necklaces and bracelets.

Some people also keep raw tourmaline gems in their home or offices for it to spread positive benefits into their enviroment.