Virgo Astrological Health Profile and Dietary Considerations

Astrological Health Profile

Zodiac signs govern the entire human body. The part of the body that Virgo governs is the abdomen, stomach, and intestines (colon) in addition to the lower lobes of the liver, the gallbladder, the spleen, the duodenum, and sympathetic nervous system.

Virgos (Maidens) are prone to diseases of these particular organs and systems and must be vigilant against diseases in and of these organs and systems.

As Virgo governs the abdomen, stomach, and intestines, Virgoans have to be aware of their specific astrological-based health needs that are health needs of the digestive and intestinal tract. As they are very mental and analytical being ruled by Mercury, planet of communication they can digest too much information or data at times that can result in physical digestive disorders according to metaphysical law.

According to medical astrology, "Virgo is the natural sixth house, the house which has rule over sickness; hence when Virgo people once get into the clutches of sickness, they are apt to become chronic invalids. Therefore though such people make excellent nurses. And because Mercury also rules the rectum, Virgoans are also prone to rectal problems, i.e. hemorrhoids and rectal bleeding.

Because Virgoans are prone to intestinal problems and complaints, they should make sure to perform enemas weekly or bi-weekly depending on their diet and lifestyle. Colonics are also a great procedure Virgoans should have performed periodically. Enemas and colonics are great to prevent constipation, which the Virgo person, especially the Virgo female, seems to constantly have.


Dietary Considerations

Virgoans should make sure to get adequate amounts of potassium sulfate, which is the necessary cell-salt of Virgo.

Excellent sources of natural potassium sulphate include seaweeds and apples.