Your body and Zodiac signs

Have you ever wondered why you always keep complaining about headaches, migraines, pimples in the face every other day? When you have any of these problems, the immediate thing on your mind could be - just rushing to see a doctor or consult any specialist. Now, it's time you think it in terms of astrology. Astrology? Yes, each Zodiac Sign is associated with a different part of our body.

The twelve signs cover the body from head to toe. Since Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, it is associated with head and Pisces being the last, it is associated with feet. Now, you may have several questions running through your mind. So, what if our body parts are associated with sun signs? How will this piece of information help us?

This knowledge of body parts - zodiac associations helps us in knowing about the weakest area in our body, which is more prone to injuries. And in accordance, we can pay more attention and avoid activities that may harm that area. We can take better care of that particular body part.

This is also of great use to medical astrologers in diagnosing problems of their clients. They use a person's natal chart and give advice to the clients about the areas of the body in which they are most likely to experience pains and troubles. For example, Taureans are more prone to sore throats, stiff neck, under-active thyroid gland because of the Taurean association with throat and neck.

Take a closer look at the following so that you can take better care of your health:

• Aries: Rules the head, face, brain, eyes, muscles, pineal gland.

Diseases: Headache, migraine, pimples on the face, sinus problems, nosebleeds, fever, inflammation, haemorrhage, high blood pressure, burns, scalds, toothaches, baldness.

• Taurus: Rules the neck, throat, thyroid gland, vocal chords, larynx, chin, lower jaw, ears, tongue, vocal chords, tonsils.

Diseases: Gout and joint inflammation, sore throat, Tonsillitis, stiff neck, tension, excess weight, under-active thyroid gland.

• Gemini: Arms, shoulders, fingers, upper ribs, lungs, bronchial tracts, trachea, thymus gland, nerves and nervous system.

Diseases: Those associated with the nerves, nervous strain, chest and lung complaints, asthma, insomnia, amnesia, all diseases in the arms, shoulders, hands, corrupted blood.

• Cancer: Stomach, breasts, breastbone, alimentary canal, lower ribs, womb, pancreas.

Diseases: Stomach and digestive complaints, upset stomach, breast disorders, lymphatic system disorders, obesity.

• Leo: Heart, upper back, spine, spleen, aorta, circulation.

Diseases: Heart problems, hardening of the arteries, high or low blood pressure, spinal and back problems, blood disorders, all sicknesses in the ribs and sides, the yellow-Jaundices.

• Virgo: Stomach, intestines, nervous system, abdomen, lower dorsal nerves, bowels, nails, spleen.

Diseases: Anxiety, nervous tension, bowel and digestive system disorders, intestinal disorders, abdominal disorders.

• Libra: Kidneys, lower back, lumbar region, buttocks, adrenal glands, blood vessels, skin.

Diseases: Associated with the kidneys and any problems that arise with them, obesity, cholesterol problems, acne, etc.

• Scorpio: Reproductive organs, sexual organs, bowels, excretory system.

Diseases: Associated with ailments of the reproductive and excretory systems, stone in the bladder, ruptures, and other diseases related to their genital organs.

• Sagittarius: Thighs, liver, hips, arterial system, pelvis, femur.

Diseases: Complaints of liver, weight issues and over-indulgence in food, alcohol and drugs.

• Capricorn: Knees, joints, bones, skin, teeth.

Diseases: Dental problems, skin problems, arthritis, all diseases related to knees, joints, either by strains or fractures.

• Aquarius: Ankles, circulatory system, Achilles heel, calves, shins, breath, eyesight.

Diseases: Circulatory problems, varicose veins, anxiety, muscular spasms, arthritis, palpitations.

• Pisces: Feet, toes, lymphatic system, adipose tissue. 

Diseases: Addiction to alcohol or drugs, suspension of normal functioning, general lethargy, all diseases in the feet, colds, immune system problems, fluid retention, hormonal imbalances, chilblains, glandular problems.