Location: Centre of the throat

Colour associated: Blue

Element associated: Throat, thyroid and parathyroid glands, air tube, lymphatic system

Psychological function: Communication and self-expression

Spiritual function: Spiritual Bridge to the higher world

If the chakra is weak or malfunctions: It can cause goiter, sore throat, asthma, hyper and hypothyroid; can also cause weak communication skills, and lead to not speaking the truth, that is lies!

Essential oils to balance the chakra: Clove, benzoin, thyme.