Our body contains all the colours in perfect equilibrium, similar to how vitamins and minerals are for us. Disturbance of this balance can cause malfunctions and lead to onset of anxiety and other diseases. Hence colours are pillars of healthiness and happiness. They are healers and nourishers that create and stimulate varied responses in us.

Being at peace is most desired by any person existing on the earth and colours are peacekeepers. They create calmness and rest in your soul.

Why does a person become happy upon seeing a rainbow? You know the answer.

Colours exist from the very beginning of the universe and have been utilized for varied purposes from ancient times. In many religious books like the Quran, there are verses mentioning colours.

Chapter Al-Insan mentions that those who believe in Allah shall wear fine green silk in heaven.

Chapter 35 verse 27 (Surat-ul Fatir) Allah says: Do you not see that Allah sent down water from the sky with which We brought forth fruits of diverse hues? In the mountains there are white and red, of diverse hues, and pitchy black.

Khwaja Shamsuddin Azeemi in his book Muraqaba defines colour meditation and there has been no conflict regarding his theories so far.

With the advancement of science, photodynamic therapy (PDT) came into existence. This technique uses a drug that is activated by light, called a photosensitizer, to kill cancer cells.

Chromotherapy is used to perk up the performance of athletes. The endocrine system is known to get stimulated by colour therapy as the radiations of colour interact differently with this system.

White light has seven primary components and each of them is represented by VIBGYOR. Among them the first three (VIB) are soothers and the last three (YOR) are great stimulators.

Read on for an insight into the healing powers of VIBGYOR.

This colour has the least wavelength and maximum frequency.

This colour is an element of air, transformation, relaxation, compassion, sensitiveness, dignity and spirituality.

It provides an immunity boost, deepens ones appetite, nourishes brain cells to battle against diseases and is useful for the treatment of skin ailments and nervous imbalance.

Indigo is the colour of imagination, stabilisation and purification.

This colour is known to create tranquility, awareness, accurate intuition, deep sleep and relaxation.

It increases glow on skin, nourishes bones and cartilages and treats urinary tract problems.

Blue is a most bounteous colour of the universe. This is the colour of confidence and truth. It is astringent, miraculous, electrical and antiseptic in nature. It increases speaking capabilities, relaxation and vitality.

This colour can cure throat problems and hearing impairments by providing proper magnetic vibrations. Skin ailments can also be cured by the blue colour because of its bactericidal nature.

Anti-stress and anti-inflammatory effects have been achieved by this colour. Scientists in late nineties reported to have used this light for treatment of depression and addictions.

Green is the master colour and creates calmness, psychological harmony, hope, rejuvenation, inner peace, healing and sense of love. It represents creative intelligence.

Skin problems, digestive ailments, ulcers, typhoid, fever, kidney problems can be treated with this colour. Turquoise-Blue is an amalgamation of blue and green color that can be used to cure skin tanning and wrinkles.

This is the colour of wisdom. Mental clarity, cheerfulness, confidence, vitality, communication and quick learning can be achieved by this colour.

Excretory organ diseases (constipation, gall bladder stones), skin and bone marrow problems are all treatable by this colour. This colour can speed up the digestive system. Arthritis, unnecessary calcium deposits, mental disorders and night blindness are all curable by this colour.

This colour is referred to as the social colour, as resourcefulness, social confidence and happiness are all known to be created by this. This colour is associated with encouragement, optimism, opulence, enthusiasm, cheering, innovation and merriment.

Hemorrhage, gout, menstrual cramps, anemia, mental ailments, anxiety, hypertension, tuberculosis and hiccups are all treatable by this colour. It is known to increase supply of oxygen to the body tissues and decrease depression. Stimulation of lungs, digestion and relief from spasms and muscle cramps fall also in the lap of this colour.

This colour has the least frequency and longest wavelength. It is seen as the colour of power as it can reach extremities. It achieves a pioneering spirit, attentiveness, sexuality, exuberance, dynamism and brazenness.

It produces warmth, energy, stimulation, increases blood circulation, sexual desire, releases constriction, stimulates ovulation and cell growth. Strength increase is due to effect of this colour on adrenal glands that release adrenalin. It can treat female disorders, anemia, nerve inactivity, constipation, asthma, goiter, numbness, tiredness, wound healing, cancer and obesity.

Pink calms and reassures our emotional energies, alleviating feelings of anger, aggression, resentment, abandonment and neglect.

Bright pink colours have been proven to stimulate heart rate, blood pressure, energy levels and more. It instils a sense of calmness, and comfort, and certain shades of pink have even been used in prisons to calm inmates.

Magenta color is known to promote physical healing and is excellent for children.