According to Shiv puran, Rudraksha is a symbol of the benevolence of Lord Shiva. These beads were formed out of the teardrops of Shiva when he came out of a deep meditation. His tears when hit the ground, took the shape of seeds. Later, Rudraksha trees emerged from them. Scientifically, rudrakasha beads have several amazing powers due to their electromagnetic character. This electromagnetic character empowers the beads to send out inductive vibrations with frequencies that can be measured in units of Henry.
# Blood circulation and heart beat induces a magnetic field around the body, particularly in the region of heart. Bioelectricty automatically gives raise to biomagnetism. Now rudraksha beads have a property of diamagnetism- ie. they acquire a temporary charge opposite to the that of the external field. As a result, they open up the passages of arteries and veins, thus almost magically healing some heart related problems like hypertension.
# The spiritual bead helps you settle down at new places which are not conducive as per your body energy. It is helpful in eating and sleeping at a new environment. Initially, this advantage was cherished by the Sadhus and Sanyasis. But in the modern days, it can be used by those people who travel different places for their works and businesses. Wearing of holy beads means ensuring good health as it is termed as the incarnation of God Shiva.
# It is profusely used in meditation and prayer.
# The revered seed is helpful at easing scorpion bite pain when five mukhi Rudraksha is rubbed on grind stone and the mix is applied on the affected parts.
# It is associated with electro-magnetic properties, which is good in controlling of blood pressure. It helps to release heat from the body thus good in relaxation. The drinking of equal proportion of the mix of ashes of 2 mukhi Rudraksha and Swarnamachik may lower down high blood pressure.