Vishuddha Chakra
The fifth chakra related to communication and will, connected to vijnanamaya kosha and the thyroid and parathyroid.
Definition
Vishuddha is the fifth chakra, located at the throat and physiologically related to the thyroid and parathyroid glands. It is associated with communication, will, and the vijnanamaya kosha (sheath of wisdom).
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Glossary
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