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The
branch of astrology also focuses on our health issues
through the symbolism of the planets and signs in the
astrology chart. Medical astrology is the branch of
astrology that analyzes the chart to determine the emotional
and intellectual predispositions preceding the disease of
illness. The Sun is the indicator of health in males, while
the Moon governs health matters in females. The Sun signs
and Moon signs at birth, along with their aspects and
positions, are believed to be the fountains of life on
Earth. Each sign and planet rules over a part of our body
and thus, whenever we are under stress, pain and tension,
may take up as residency in the organs ruled by our sun
sign.
The Vedic horoscope reveals important information about our
physical, psychological, and emotional make-up. Health
issues are largely governed by the sixth house and its
planetary ruler, along with the ascendant and its planetary
ruler in a nativity (personal birth chart). The situation of
the Sun and Moon along with the placement of Saturn (chronic
conditions) and Mars (acute conditions) play an important
role.
Astrology identifies four basic constitutional types: fire,
earth, air and water. The fire signs are Aries, Leo and
Sagittarius and possess the most energy and vitality of all
the signs. The air signs are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius and
are considered the second most vital, though more reactive
to external stimuli. The water signs Cancer, Scorpio and
Pisces, on the other hand, are more changeable and
emotionally reactive. The earth signs Taurus, Virgo and
Capricorn possess great steadiness and endurance.
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