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The Effects of Colors

Although people may not be aware of it, colors have notable psychological effects upon them. For example, red and orange are lively colors, which tend to excite emotions and stimulate certain body functions. However, improper use can cause tension, high blood pressure, and greater risk taking. In fact, in a study conducted by a British university, those who sat under red lights opposed to blue lights gambled more and made riskier bets.

Yellow, which reminds one of the sun, is cheerful and reduces boredom.

Green is an unusual color because many find this color peaceful, while others find that it makes them feel ill at ease. According to Managing Stress from Morning to Night: AResearch suggests that green may actually increases stress. In one study, people looked at colored lights while the electrical conductivity of their skin was measured. When exposed to green light, their skin became sweatier and its electrical resistance deceased, indicating that the stress from green lights was greater from lights of any other color.@

Blues and violets are soothing colors that have a tranquilizing and serene effect on people. Blue light has even been found to retard the pulse rate and lower blood pressure.

Red, Scarlet, Maroon and Pink:

Red stimulates.

Red is used for:
Anemia
Poor circulation
Sluggish intestines
Rapid growth
To lower blood pressure
Erysipelas
Urticaria
Scarlet fever
Measles
Eczema
Uterine hemorrhages
Reduce pain
Lumbago
Myalgia
Rheumatoid arthritis
Sciatica
Neuritis
Fractures
Increase circulation
Increase vitality
Increase energy
Increase warmth in the tissues
Stimulate nerves
Stimulate liver
Improve red fractions in the blood
Stimulate senses
Aid sluggish conditions
Contract muscles

Wear red when you want to:
Bring in a romantic relationship
Restore your physical endurance
Express greater power
Stand out in a crowd

Scarlet is used for:
Cerebral stimulant
Reduces inflammation
Arterial stimulant
Kidney energizer
Colds
Represents courage
Dispense discouragement

Wear maroon when you want to:
Reward yourself with some fun
Ward off outside stress
Protect yourself from draining persons

Pink is used for:
Raises body vibrations
Rejuvenation

Wear pink when you want to:
Rescue yourself from stress
Energize your femininity
Stimulate responsibility for others
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Originally posted 2008-11-23 02:22:15. Republished by Blog Post Promoter