Planets in Medical Astrology and Their Significance
Medical astrology is an ancient system that connects different body parts, human anatomy, and illnesses under the 12 astrological signs and the planets.
In today’s post, we are going to explore each planet and its significance in medical astrology.
The Sun:
our vital force
allows our bodies to synthesize Vitamin D through our exposed skin. Vitamin D helps regulate Calcium usage and create strong bones to support the immune system. It is also linked to the prevention of some cancers and diabetes.
Sun in the 2nd in Libra – doesn’t like to exercise
Aspects between Sun and Mars speed up metabolism
Sun/Mars people lose heat quickly and are often hungry
Sun/Saturn have a slower metabolism, holds heat well and burns fuel slowly (unless in fire)
The Moon
rules nutrition, digestion
feeding patterns and habits
emotionally based disease
eating disorders
water retention
a tendency towards storage/security
an afflicted Moon can use food as emotional support
Moon/Mars holds anger (swallows it)
Moon/Jupiter or Venus – indulgent, lazy
Moon/Saturn – deprived, guilty
Moon/Uranus, the abandoned, independent
Moon/Neptune – invisible, victim or rescuer
Moon/Pluto – dominated, invaded
Moon in Virgo – knows what to eat in the 12th house – hidden away so that nobody sees her
Mercury
rules hormones
if afflicted can cause wrong signals to be sent
responsible for nervous system issues
transiting Mercury can facilitate healing – during this time, it is often possible to make connections that hadn’t been made before
Venus
rules sweets and the 5 senses
the co-ruler of metabolism
doesn’t love exercise and hard work
transits to and from Venus can be a time to restore balance
related to blood sugar issues
Venus and Sun in the 2nd in Libra – don’t like to exercise
Venus/Mercury opposition Saturn (thyroid – slow)
Mars
governs sports and physical activity
rules the adrenal glands and the stress response
rules cortisol, which, if too high, can cause weight gain
Mars retro natally can cause issues of weight gain
transits to and from Mars can initiate action to our health
Jupiter
linked to fat and its storage
can promote growth
rules diabetes, obesity and liver disease
too much Jupiter energy- weight gain from poor dietary choices
be aware of Jupiter transiting the 1st and 6th house
Transits can act as a signal of hope
Saturn
rules bones, teeth
it is related to depression, things slowing down, delays, blockages
vomiting (linked to bulimia)
weight loss (especially when connected to the Sun or the ruler of the 1st house)
Saturn transits can be a great time for a new health regime
transiting 1st and 6th can be great for weight loss
Saturn in the 6th – teeth problems
Saturn in the 1st transit – new regime/new routine
Uranus
can cause hormones to be out of balance
can cause sudden health-related issues
can be involved with eating disorders
Uranus transits can bring change to habits, and lifestyle, though not always of your choosing.
can cause allergic reactions
Neptune
over-eating/over-indulgence (no boundaries)
misdiagnosis (often when placed in the 6th house)
can cause addiction to drugs/alcohol
linked to eating disorders/OCD
hidden eating/emotional issues
Pluto
linked to genetics/inherited issues and DNA
responsible for hormone regulation
transits to and from Pluto can bring to the surface what is hidden and needs to be expelled both physically and psychologically.
Pluto transits can be a great way for a total transformation