What does it mean when people say \u201cit\u2019s written in the stars\u201d? It means something happened because it was meant to be, that it\u2019s fated, etc. But can we actually \u201cread\u201d what the stars are telling us? According to Astrology, yes we can. Astrology is the study of the relative positions and movements of heavenly bodies and their influence in our lives and the natural world.
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When it comes to our health and healing, astrology also offers a correlation between the planets and the astrological signs with the different parts of our body and the illnesses or diseases associated with them. This is a specific branch of Astrology aptly called medical astrology.
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Medical Astrology has long been used in traditional healing systems like Ayurveda (6000 BCE). It was called Iatromathematica in ancient Greece. It deals with calculating the positions of the planets in order to assess the condition of a patient. It developed out of Hermetic Philosophy as guided by the principle \u201cAs above, so below. As within, so without\u201d. It means that the macrocosm of nature and the cosmos is reflected in the microcosm of the human body.
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During the Middle Ages, Medieval astrologers attributed epidemics on certain combinations of the planets that were deemed dangerous. They studied the motions of the celestial bodies and used them to guide the treatment of individual patients. Physicians at the time were expected to understand the influence of the stars on the different parts of the human body and the medications that should be used.
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Current-generation medical astrologers predict potential illnesses and choose the best times to proceed with surgery or other medical procedures.
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\u2022 Sun<\/strong> \u2013 relates to vital energy and heart functions<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Moon<\/strong> \u2013 relates to the hormones, fluid balance, and the emotions<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Mercury<\/strong> \u2013 relates to the nervous system and to the nervous activity<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Venus<\/strong> \u2013relates to lymphatic function, tissue tone, sugar metabolism, and nutrient assimilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Mars<\/strong> \u2013 relates to oxygen metabolism and sex drive<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Jupiter<\/strong> \u2013 relates fat and liver metabolism, blood circulation and cellular nutrition<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Saturn<\/strong> \u2013relates to nerve tissues, the skin, tendons, joints, knees, teeth, spleen, leg, bones, phlegm \u2022 Aries<\/strong> \u2013 rules over the head, brain, face, eyes, adrenal glands, suprarenal glands, pineal gland (3rd eye). Aries individuals are susceptible to headaches and head bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Taurus<\/strong> \u2013 rules over the ears, mouth, teeth, neck and vocal cords. Taurus individuals are prone to neck strains and sore throats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Gemini<\/strong> \u2013 rules over the upper torso (shoulders, airways, nervous system, lungs, hands, and arms. Gemini people tend to be restless, jumpy and prone to nervousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Cancer <\/strong>– rules over the breasts, the stomach, alimentary canal, and upper liver. Cancer people tend to toggle between emotions quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Leo <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the back, spinal cord and heart. Leo people are susceptible to back pain because of over-exertion and cardiovascular problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Virgo <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the intestines and the pancreas. Virgo people are susceptible to Type II diabetes and should be mindful of their diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Libra <\/strong>\u2013 rules overbalance, the adrenal glands, kidneys, ureters, loins, the skin, lumbar region and the back of the body. Libra people are prone to kidney problems, skin diseases, and back problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Scorpio <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the blood, the genitals, the nose, bladder, urethra, prostate, ovaries\/testes, pubic bone, sigmoid colon, and pubic bone. Scorpios are susceptible to UTIs, pregnancy complications, menstrual disorders, prostate issues, impotence\/priapism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Sagittarius<\/strong> \u2013 rules over the lower liver, hips, thighs and sciatic nerve. Sagittarians are prone to liver problems and should avoid over-indulgence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Capricorn <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the teeth, skin, knees and the entire skeletal system. Capricorn people are susceptible to knee injuries and fractures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Aquarius <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the circulatory system, the joints, calves, and ankles. Aquarians are vulnerable to lower extremity injuries and joint problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Pisces <\/strong>\u2013 rules over the feet, the lymphatic system and body fat. Pisceans are prone to obesity as they age, bunions and callouses. One\u2019s horoscope is an accurate description of that person\u2019s unique constitutional makeup, his body\u2019s weaknesses and the strength of his immune system. Using a person\u2019s horoscope, a medical astrologer can identify the underlying causes of health problems, recommend the kind of treatment the said person will best respond to and suggest when to begin treatment in order to reap the maximum benefit. 1. Preventive medicine<\/strong> – Medical astrology makes clear the psychosomatic relationship between body and mind, revealing the deeper karmic and psychological reasons behind a person\u2019s condition or illness. A medical astrologer can tell thru astrological forecasting what health challenges a person will face and when they are likely to appear allowing for preventive measures to be taken. 2. Effective Treatment Plan<\/strong> – According to a person\u2019s psychosomatic makeup as assessed using the natal horoscope, this person will have his own individual response to different treatments and therapies. In short, everyone heals differently and should not be subject to the kinds of treatments that are basically \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d. The medical astrologer is able to choose the most effective healing modalities for a particular patient. For example, Cancer people will respond better to art therapy, psychotherapy or psychic healing while Taurus people respond better to bodywork or nutritional therapies. 3. Timing of Treatment<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding solar, lunar and planetary cycles enable medical astrologers to choose the best time for patients to begin fasting and purification treatments; when to undergo surgeries or other major medical procedures; when to conceive or get pregnant, etc. This minimizes the risk of complications and increases the chances of healing. Only licensed medical practitioners can legally diagnose health problems and recommend treatment. However, medical astrologers can still collaborate with licensed physicians to provide invaluable insight into a patient\u2019s individual astrological design to highlight both the physical and psychological weak spots and offer the most effective ways to get said patient back in shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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