blood sugar issues

JM1992 · #1 09-30-2011, 11:42 PM

Hi everyone,

I have been going through what feels like reactive hypoglycemia or something of the sort. Really nervous anxious feeling 1 hour-2 hours after eating anything and immediate relief after eating again.

It's a vicious cycle really, I felt like this before a few months ago but the intensity of the symptoms did subside eventually. This time though the symptoms feel a lot more intense and are a lot more frequent. I was wondering whether anyone would look at my birth chart and point out to me if there are any signs of possible blood sugar problems? I've attached recent transits also..

divine g · #2 10-01-2011, 02:30 AM

It's got nothing to do with astrology my man. It's all about the modern day diet that's slowly killing us all if we don't change.

You're probably eating too many carbs and complex sugars that your body has to process. Eliminate white sugar, white rice and white bread asap, as well as pizza and pasta. When you get that urge to eat, try some fruit, that has real sugars. Do you drink coffee with sugar? Bad news as well. I know exactly how you feel, it's hell. In the beginning, have a bit of tuna handy, that will help eliminate the sick feeling, (but don't eat too much, as it has a lot of salt, but it is a lifesaver in the beginning.)

Start exercising more, even walking helps, but some type of daily exercise or movement is a must. And if you do get a craving, try something with more protein than carbs in it. Whatever you do, don't feed on more processed nutrition-less sugar to satisfy low blood sugar. A few strawberries helps, especially late night, around that midnight snack urge. If u do eat bread, make sure it's whole wheat. Also eliminate high fructose corn syrup from your diet 100%. Check all the labels and find an alternative.

This advice goes out to everyone as well.. 90% of what's in stores is junk, worthless, and causing early deaths. Whatever you need to heal you is in the produce section. I'm living proof of this. I had carrots, a tangerine and a few plantain chips for dinner and I feel great, when I grew up thinking I needed to stuff myself every night. I look and feel like a teen again. It may take some time, but you'll get there. Google or Youtube Roger Bezanis to learn more.

**edit: I did take a quick look at your chart, you have Mars conjunct Saturn, I have the same thing. It means your blood may be moving a bit slower than others, and prone to getting cold if you dont move your body more, to increase circulation and help your metabolism. Also, the Sun and Moon in Pisces suggests you may be more susceptible to alcoholism than others, so easy on the drink if you do indulge in that. Jupiter trining your natal Jupiter is a good transit for you to learn more, and grow from here on out. A positive outlook helps, as anxiety and stress can worsen the symptoms. Try deep breathing for a few minutes if it's an emergency with no food around. It will help.

dr. farr · #3 10-01-2011, 02:49 AM

South Node has been passing through your natal ascending sign since March of this year*; many of us believe such a transit by the Dragon's Tail can possibly activate health tendencies indicated in the natal chart.

Before mentioning other factors possibly indicated in the natal chart, and while also giving credence to the previous poster's valuable statements, may I ask if you have been given a check-up by your physician, and, if so, what your doctor had to say?
And, of course, if you have not yet been given a check-up regarding this health matter, please do so as soon as you can.

(*unfortunately astro.com and most other free chart services, do not mark the SN either in natal or solar return or progressed or transit charts, which is really an oversight because the SN is every bit as important-in its own disruptive, "fly-in-the-ointment", problem area indications-as the much more positive NN is in its indications...)

Claire19 · #4 10-01-2011, 07:03 AM

I would just have some blood sugar tests done. You can nip the potential for diabetes with early intervention maybe. I think you are prone to infections and diseases that affect large amounts of people such as epidemics.....A regular medical check up is a good idea for everyone. Blood sugar tends to fluctuate and diet can be a big factor.

Claire19 · #5 10-01-2011, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by dr. farr

South Node has been passing through your natal ascending sign since March of this year*; many of us believe such a transit by the Dragon's Tail can possibly activate health tendencies indicated in the natal chart.

Before mentioning other factors possibly indicated in the natal chart, and while also giving credence to the previous poster's valuable statements, may I ask if you have been given a check-up by your physician, and, if so, what your doctor had to say?
And, of course, if you have not yet been given a check-up regarding this health matter, please do so as soon as you can.

(*unfortunately astro.com and most other free chart services, do not mark the SN either in natal or solar return or progressed or transit charts, which is really an oversight because the SN is every bit as important-in its own disruptive, "fly-in-the-ointment", problem area indications-as the much more positive NN is in its indications...)

I agree that a check up is the way to go... Also I dont agree about the SN as it is just polar opposite the NN and especially in transits... not valid. It is where we have come from sure and people with tight conjunctions to our SN of their Sun or other personal planets can come from our past.

Claire19 · #6 10-01-2011, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dr. farr

South Node has been passing through your natal ascending sign since March of this year*; many of us believe such a transit by the Dragon's Tail can possibly activate health tendencies indicated in the natal chart.

Before mentioning other factors possibly indicated in the natal chart, and while also giving credence to the previous poster's valuable statements, may I ask if you have been given a check-up by your physician, and, if so, what your doctor had to say?
And, of course, if you have not yet been given a check-up regarding this health matter, please do so as soon as you can.

(*unfortunately astro.com and most other free chart services, do not mark the SN either in natal or solar return or progressed or transit charts, which is really an oversight because the SN is every bit as important-in its own disruptive, "fly-in-the-ointment", problem area indications-as the much more positive NN is in its indications...)

Nodes are not valid as transitting bodies...... No way.....They belong to the person born on that day only...SUre a transit or progression of a planet hitting your natal North Node can be effective if there is an echo in the natal chart already.

dr. farr · #7 10-01-2011, 07:45 AM

This is an issue (the meaning of Nodes re to transits) about which Claire19 and I disagree, but with respect for each other's viewpoints and experiences.

I myself consider the Nodal transits of great significance in predictive work, and have seen repeated verifications-especially of the South Node influences, by transit (and also in solar returns and various approaches to progressions as well) This is also the experience of Vedic astrology (both Parasara and Jaimini schools), who refer to the nodes as "Rahu" and "Ketu", and treat them, for all purposes, as if they were actually planets. Modern astrologer Judith Hill also has a view identical to mine relative to the significance of the Nodes in transit (see her book, "The Lunar Nodes: Your Key to Excellent Chart Interpretation", chapters 10 and 11, book available @ Amazon and also @ astroamerica.com)

But this is an area where there is honest disagreement among knowledgeable and experienced practitioners (Claire19 is a highly knowledgeable and experienced Modernist astrological practitioner, and also offers a free basic astrology course-which those just learning about Modern astrology would do well to consider), so we'll just continue to "agree to disagree" regarding the Nodal transits

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Frisiangal · #8 10-01-2011, 08:36 AM

Hi James,
From an astrological point of view there are aspects in your chart that could suggest that ' compulsive binge eating' to subdue a craving is a predisposition towards medical problems.
The question to ask yourself is what is 'the craving' that you long for that may seem unattainable, that you turn to food to compensate and fill the void?
Are you bored? Are you working? Do you have friends that have too much influence over you? Are certain feelings eluding you? In each case, are the days too long because there is not sufficient to fill them?

You are much too young to have your life riddled with health problems that could become worse over time, yet do not need to occur. Follow the advice already offered to get rid of any sluggish feeling.

With Virgo on its natural 6th house cusp, good eating habits and keeping the body trim is a big help and 'good sign'.
The Ascendant rules the physical condition. In agile Gemini, get those limbs moving (and possibly the voice?) in an active manner (Mercury in Aries) via an indoor sport, behind the scenes work, or getting yourself involved in some voluntary way (12th house influence), just for Gemini's fun of it. This will enable to you meet people who can have a positive effect on your self image.
Mercury in Aries provides a very active mind, and you are probably good with your Gemini ruled hands, too. Put them to good use, whereby thoughts of food become less compulsive.

There's a strong 11th house 'group' influence in your chart. If friendships do not come easy to you, you may be too easily led by them in order to be accepted until your own self confidence (Jupiter) grows. They represent a major factor in how your life develops.

Transit Jupiter in Taurus in 12th offers an opportunity to LOSE as well as gain a heftiness. It can also develop self confidence that will appear once it crosses the Ascendant.

Transit Saturn is in your 6th house for a long time yet. It could... but not necessarily does...relate to physical problems that can develop over time to become chronic of nature. More positively, it can represent finding the balance (Libra) within yourself and in your relationship with others. Saturn can be heavy, Libra represents the scales.....weights and measures.Weight lifting.....in more ways than one?

There is a lot going for you. Find it.

Good luck.

JM1992 · #9 10-04-2011, 09:06 PM

Thank you to all of you for your valuable advice. I haven't yet been to the doctor about this, thankfully my symptoms aren't as bad as they were but are still lurking about in the background. It's interesting to hear about your views (all be it differing) on the nodes dr farr and Claire19. Do you think my natal chart really predisposes me to blood sugar problems? I did read a while ago that pluto square venus can indicate a tendency to develop low blood sugar, what do you think about this? I know this is very simplistic astrology, just dealing with the aspects but this is all the knowledge I really have at the minute. The ruler of my sixth house is mercury which is situated in the twelth, what effect if any would this have on my health?

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From an astrological point of view there are aspects in your chart that could suggest that ' compulsive binge eating' to subdue a craving is a predisposition towards medical problems.

Yeah I usually have very strong cravings for sweet foods which are hard to bring under control. I have really altered my diet though in the past few years and usually would eat things like grapes or other fruit when those cravings arise. A few years ago I went through a bad spell where I was a bit obsessive with my diet and experimented a bit too much, I'm worried that the effects of this may be the true cause of my current problems..

Thanks again for all your answers, they are appreciated.

Sweet Pea · #10 10-09-2011, 01:06 PM

Venus does rule sugar and "all things sweet". The square to Pluto is indeed likely to be the culprit as Pluto disposes you to "all or nothing", ie rather drastic swings. There is also your opposition from Moon to Jupiter which will tempt you to overeat.

You could google low-glycaemic diet and try to eat regular, small meals, and the kinds of foods that do not cause an instant sugar 'high'.

Divine-G gave you some good advice. In the UK, the high-fructose corn syrup often appears as "glucose-fructose" syrup and it's now turning up in practically everything as it is cheaper than sugar as an additive. Jams, yoghurts, soft drinks, are all contaminated with the stuff. Fructose sugar is now believed to cause problems that can lead to diabetes so it helps to read labels and avoid it if possible.