What are Baltic Amber's Benefits?

Baltic amber is not actually a gemSTONE, but rather fossilized tree sap or resin. As a result, it has a beautiful translucent body with gorgeous rich whiskey jeweled tones. It is very light and comfy when worn and it warms to your body temperature.

Metaphysically, amber is said to be a very protective stone for adults and children warding off negative energies and shielding them from harm. It’s often paired with jet which is also very protective. It is thought to help with stress and anxiety and to cleanse your area from negative influences and energy draining psychic vampires. Some say it also aids seasonal affective disorder and may aid breaking bad habits and addictions.

It gained popularity because many believe it warms the system, increases blood flow and lymphatic circulation and reduces oxidation and aging and is excellent to wear for healing from illness or from an injury. It is thought to be a good luck stone and is great for attracting both money and love into your life and to shield a relationship from outside negativity thus increasing fidelity. And as a warming and sacral chakra stone, it’s believed to increase fertility and libido**.

Physically, it is said that amber is one of the most effective gemstones (it’s tree sap actually). Supposedly, while wearing it against the skin, it is said to draw off toxins by stimulating the immune system and Baltic amber specifically contains the highest level of succinic acid (3-8%) which acts like nature’s ibuprofen producing anti-inflammatory and pain reducing effects when amber is worn on the body. Your body heat warms the resin and it releases it’s oils into your bloodstream to activate these benfits.**

Reiki healers say that it aids digestion and helps the kidneys, bladder, spleen, liver, and gallbladder and may help disorders of the throat, joint pain, rheumatism, and toothache and teething pain in infants (do not place in mouth), as well as bronchial issues.**

Spiritually, it aids in past life recall, grounding and letting go of karmic debts and past life trauma.

I hope you found this information interesting and useful. I'd love to hear your thoughts.

**And as always, any gemstone lore is presented for entertainment and educational purposes only. It is not meant to take the place of any medical, financial, or legal advice. Please seek professional medical, financial, or legal help when needed.