Rudraksha

Rudraksha:

Rudraksh is a holy seed which is used as a beed chain(mala) for chanting certain repetitive prayer's in Hinduism. Rudra - aksha means Rudra (Lord Shiva) Aksha (Eyes) this Sanskrit name gives meaning as it is originated from Lord shiva eyes. Usage of these beeds brings calmness in mind,body & soul.

Cultural Beliefs:
Story behind this rudrask is Lord shiva went for a long Yogic meditation(Tapas) to kill Demon Tripura in an extream emotional happiness tears came out from eyes of shiva and reached the earth and grown as rudraskh tree. Rudraskh central seed varies in different sizes(1-21) they are called eka -mukhi(one face),dwi-mukhi(two-face),tri-mukhi(three -face) Etc. 

Due to its mystical and divine properties its shows a positive effect in reduction of stress,anxiety,depression and blood pressure.Significant research stated that when rudraksh was placed around the neck region due to its electro magnetic and inductive properties it regulates the heart beat and ensures normal blood circulation in the human body. It increases concentration & fertility

Interesting Facts:
The name rudraksha also signifies “under the protection of Lord Rudra.”Rudrãksh are purified before use by first washing with coconut water, then milk, ghee, yogurt and finally water.The round shaped beed is called as rudraksha and oval shaped beed is called as bhadraksha.

Rudraksh acts as a powerful Armour around the individual and keeps the mind calm and healthy. Yogi's wear rudraksh because it gaurds as a protection shield and gives a pleasant sleep irrespective of place where they sleep. 

Rudraksh was popularly found in Indonesia(java),Nepal,India. Nepal rudraksh is somewhat bigger in size with dark color texture when compared to rudraksh from Java. Rudraksh from Nepal & Java have a natural hole in middle. But when it comes to healing powers there is no difference between Nepal,Java & India. 

The State produced by rudraksh will give brain boosts the confidence and inner strength of the wearer significantly and as a result the heartbeat, circulation, function of endocrine glands and activity of neurons and respiration is normalized in the physical body.

Rudraksh will give positive effect to the wearer within 48hours after wearing with proper puja.Rudraksh starts working central nervous system and give positive affect on human neurophysiology. Vedas also show there are more powerful Rudraksha Beads from 1 Mukhi to 21 Mukhi each capable of aligning our mind and the positive energies around us to specific aspects of health, happiness, spiritual fulfillment, prosperity, creativity, intuitive ability, material fulfillment, family harmony, attraction, self empowerment and fearless life. 

How to Find a Real Rudraksh: 
Natural rudraksh was Reddish Brown/Pale yellow in color
when rudraksh was kept in boiling water for some time it will not change with regard color,texture or shape.
When rudraksh was kept in a glass of water it will not float on water.
When rudraksh was kept in between two copper coins due it's magnetic properties it will move slightly.
When rudraksh was kept in a glass, with little amount of water covering rudraksh and place thermometer and record temperature after 30 minutes significant raise in temperature(1 or 2 degrees).
When rudraksh is kept in milk, the milk will not spoil even after 2 to 3 days. ekmukhi rudraksh will keep milk fresh even for 5 days.
The best way is to take x-ray photograph to count the number of mukhis.

Scientific Reasons:

Scientifically, the rudrakasha beads are dielectric as they store electrical energy and also possess permanent magnetic properties. The dielectric and magnetic properties of the rudraksha seeds impart positive charges in the bioelectrical system of the human body in a life­-supporting manner. As a result, the electrical make-up of the body changes.