In our lastest blog post, ” Libra Health Focus: How to Maintain Holistic Health Part I“, we focused on two Libra ruled body parts, Lumbar Region and the Islets of Langerhans. Please refer to our latest post for holistic tips to keep these two areas balanced. In today’s post our area of health focus will be on the Libra ruled body parts, the Kidneys and the Skin.
Health Focus 1: The Kidneys
The Kidneys play several important roles in maintaining holistic health. Some of the key functions of the kidneys are:
- Filter’s our Blood
- Regulate our Blood Pressure
- Maintain Balance in our Body’s Water and Electrolyte’s
- Maintaining PH levels
- Converting Minerals Like Vitamin D into Bone Health
- Erythropoiesis that Stimulates Bone Marrow to Produce Red Blood Cells.
- Excreting Metabolic Waste and Toxins From our Body.
- Help Maintain Blood Sugar Levels.
You can support your Kidneys, simply by doing this one thing.~Drink More Water~
The amount of water a person should drink can vary. It can be based age, sex, activity level, climate, and overall health. However, a general guideline to consider is the “8×8 rule,” which suggests drinking eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day, totaling about 2 liters or half a gallon. This is often referred to as drinking “eight glasses of water a day.” An article created by the University Of Missouri explains provides us with a way to calculate how much water you should drink, ” How to Calculate How Much Water You Should Drink.” Use it as a reference if needed.
Ayurveda encourages mindful drinking and listening to your body’s signals of thirst. Instead of mindlessly drinking large quantities of water, Ayurveda suggests sipping water slowly when you feel thirsty and paying attention to your body’s needs.
I tend to follow the Ayurveda teachings on drinking water, which is a topic that I will explore more in the future. Regardless, one of the most important things when it comes to maintaining healthy kidneys is to stay hydrated. Listen to your body. Thirst is a natural indicator that your body needs fluids.
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Health Focus 1: The Skin
Another Libra ruled body parts is our skin. Libras are known for being refined in their physical beauty. Being a sign that love balance and harmony can find it quite difficult when a breakout or skin condition manifest. Before we explore how to take care of our beautiful skin, let’s list the importance of the skin.
- Our Skin is a Protective Shield that Defends us Against Bacteria, Viruses, and Environmental Toxins.
- Eliminates Waste and Toxins Through Sweat.
- Reflects Our Internal Health, Such as Skin Conditions.
In order to achieve that infamous Libra glow, you must nourish your body from within. Things like mindful eating is a practice where you pay attention to your eating habits. Savor each bite. Chew your food thoroughly. Don’t ignore when your body is letting you know it’s hungry or full.
Talk to a licensed dietitian prior to starting a new diet if needed, but by including foods that are nutrient-dense, such as leafy greens, berries, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish like salmon can provide your skin with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that promotes healthy skin from within. Everyone’s skin is unique, so it’s essential to tailor your skincare routine to your specific skin type.
Final Thoughts
By embracing a holistic lifestyle that supports your Kidneys and Skin, Libra-ruled individuals can increase the internal balance of the body that they thrive for. Taking care of your kidneys and skin is an act of self-love that aligns beautifully with Libra’s values.
