In the realm of alternative medicine, I’m discovering two fascinating disciplines intersect in surprising ways: medical astrology and homeopathy. In this blog post I’d like to explore a compelling connection I have found between Calcarea carbonica, a homeopathic remedy, and its relationship to the astrological sign of Cancer and The Moon, something I stumbled upon when investigating a patients’ medical astrology and seeking a remedy for her challenged Moon.
Calcarea Carbonica: The Oyster’s Gift
Calcarea carbonica, or calcium carbonate, is a homeopathic remedy prepared from the middle calcium layer of oyster shells. Interestingly, oysters have a unique relationship with lunar cycles:
- They close more tightly during the full moon
- They open more widely during the new moon
This lunar sensitivity, and watery affinity of oysters provides an intriguing parallel to the effects of Calcarea carbonica in homeopathy.
The Calcarea Carbonica Patient
Patients who respond well to Calcarea carbonica often exhibit characteristics reminiscent of the oyster itself:
- Soft constitution, like the inside of an oyster
- Sensitivity to lunar cycles, particularly the full moon
- Tendency towards fearfulness
- Sluggishness and sensitivity to cold
- Prone to oedema (fluid retention)
- Weight gain, especially around the middle
- Digestive issues, including intolerance to fatty foods
- Cravings for eggs, ice cream, and sweets
- Problematic relationship with milk (but perhaps craving it despite disagreeing with them)
The Cancer Connection
These traits bear a similarity to those associated with the astrological sign of Cancer when it is in a state of imbalance:
- Cancer is ruled by the Moon, mirroring the lunar sensitivity of Calcarea carbonica patients
- Represented by the crab, another sea creature with a hard exterior and soft interior
- Prone to emotional disturbances
- Often experiences cravings for dairy products
- Tendency towards fluid retention (edema)
- Can become soft and chubby when out of balance
Fertility and the Moon
Both medical astrology and homeopathy recognise connections to fertility:
- In medical astrology, the Moon is considered a key predictor of fertility
- In homeopathy, Calcarea carbonica is a top remedy for unexplained fertility issues
This overlap raises an intriguing question: Could Calcarea carbonica be addressing imbalances related to the astrological influence of the Moon?
The similarities between the Calcarea carbonica patient profile and the characteristics of an imbalanced Cancer sign are striking. This convergence of homeopathy and medical astrology offers a fascinating glimpse into the potential interconnectedness of these alternative healing modalities.
My name is Ash, and I am a naturopath based in Kalamunda, Perth Hills. I am also a medical astrologer and offer birth chart readings. If this is something that interests you, or perhaps you’d like to explore your health through the lens of medical astrology, get in touch!