Today I received a fantastic new book written by one of my colleagues, Stephanie Gailing. It’s called Planetary Apothecary and is all about using an astrological approach to achieve health and wellness.
Medical astrology, although not my specialty by any means, is one of the oldest branches of astrology. Did you know that the father of modern medicine, Hippocrates, is quoted to have said “He who does not understand astrology is not a doctor but a fool”? When I read this in Stephanie’s book I smiled to myself. Those of us who practice this ancient art and science know how deep astrology can take you.
It can most certainly take you down a road that leads to better health. Every zodiac sign corresponds to certain body parts and it’s possible for the body parts ruled by your Sun and rising sign to be potential trouble sources. But as spirited women I’m sure you know that awareness is everything and these same areas can become the vehicle for you to achieve wellness and superior strength.
What follows is a list of the body parts ruled by each sign. I invite you to read Stephanie’s excellent book in order to learn how to overcome any health issue you might have with one of the areas ruled by your Sun or rising sign. Here is her excellent website: http://planetaryapothecary.com. Of course every medical astrologer will advise you to use this information in conjunction with your medical doctor’s advice. Especially Hippocrates.
Aries: Rules the head and brain, muscular system, blood and adrenal glands. It’s common for Aries to suffer with headaches when stressed.
Taurus: Rules the throat, thyroid gland, neck, cervical spine and inner ears.
Gemini: Rules the lungs, nervous system and arms.
Cancer: Rules the stomach, sinuses, breasts and womb, esophagus, saliva, digestive juices and body fluids.
Leo: Rules the heart, spine and hair.
Virgo: Rules the small intestine, pancreas and gall bladder.
Libra: Rules the lumbar region of your back, the kidneys and skin.
Scorpio: Rules the pelvic region, genitals and reproductive organs; the urinary tract and bladder; the large intestine.
Sagittarius: Rules the liver, thighs and buttocks; hips, sacrum and coccyx; and the sciatic nerve.
Capricorn: Rules the skeletal system including bones, cartilage and teeth; the joints, knees and skin.
Aquarius: Rules the lower legs, ankles, retina of the eye, and the bioelectrical system.
Pisces: Rules the feet, immune and lymphatic system and the pineal gland.
- Maria DeSimone, www.InsightfulAstrology.com
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