How to stay fit and healthy throughout the Winter months by star sign. Find out what you can take to keep you fighting fit, what to be aware of - those first signs and what not to do's!
Aries
First Signs of Illness - Arians are energetic and like to be on the move. Lowered energy levels are usually an indication that health issues need to be confronted.
How to Stay Healthy - A small dab of Tea Tree oil on your temples can go a long way toward easing pain. Sleep with an extra pillow under your head. Drink plenty of fluids.
Beware - You like your independence and don't like to admit it when you are ill but having a good support network will help in times of poor health.
Taurus
First Signs of Illness - The throat is the Taurean's most sensitive area; a sore throat, inflamed tonsils or earache are usually the first signs of illness.
How to Stay Healthy - One teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mixed with honey in a glass of water every morning. Taking small amounts of zinc at first sign of a cold or infection can shorten the length of the illness.
Beware - Being overly stubborn and going into work when you are ill; you are better off at home and your colleagues will thank you for it too!
Gemini
First Signs of Illness - The lungs are the Gemini's most sensitive area. Difficulty breathing, a dry cough or chest pains indicate low health.
How to Stay Healthy - Ginger and pepper tea: boil crushed ginger and a few pinches of black pepper in water, strain and mix with honey before drinking it. Lozenges can help sore throats.
Beware - Believing the gossips. Neighbours may complain of health problems yet things may not be as they say.
Cancer
First Signs of Illness - Moodiness, irritability, feeling tearful and depressed are all indications of possible medical problems.
How to Stay Healthy - Include Vitamin C in your diet through citrus fruits like oranges, strawberries and tomatoes. Add cinnamon, lemons and yarrow to your diet too.
Beware - Don't just rely on your own health knowledge to diagnose possible illness; a talk with an expert is more reliable.
Leo
First Signs of Illness - A loss of appetite is always the first sign you could be sickening for something.
How to Stay Healthy - You can improve your overall health with greater attention to proper food and sufficient rest and relaxation. Spicy foods are a great natural remedy for colds and flu. Eat an apple a day.
Beware - Avoid over-indulgence at times when you know your resistance is low.
Virgo
First Signs of Illness - Virgos can become stressed and nervous and need to relax to maintain good health. Stomach problems can be an indication that all is not quite right.
How to Stay Healthy - Squeeze the juice of two lemons into a cup of boiling water; drink several times a day to help ward off colds and flu.
Beware - Volunteering to do everyone else's work when they are ill; you need rest too. Physical illness can be brought on by worry.
Libra
First Signs of Illness - Libra rules the kidneys and if it feels you can't get enough water or you're drinking more than usual, you need to start thinking about your health.
How to Stay Healthy - Barley tea will help keep your strength up. Drink hot soup or broth to ease sore throats; this also provides nutrition to fight the virus.
Beware - Staying cooped up indoors for too long when you feel unwell. You need fresh air too.
Scorpio
First Signs of Illness - Scorpio is a robust sign. Weakness, fatigue or excessive sweating can all be precursors to ill health.
How to Stay Healthy - Natural supplements like cod liver oil, zinc and Vitamin C could help boost your immune system and ward off infection.
Beware - Ignoring symptoms in the hope they will go away or a mild infection could evolve into something more serious.
Sagittarius
First Signs of Illness - Being an active Fire sign, Sagittarians often first notice aching muscles and headaches as being the signs of approaching illness.
How to Stay Healthy - Chicken soup, citrus fruits and garlic are all favourable for stabilizing health and will stave off illness.
Beware - Pushing yourself too hard when there are bugs around. Get plenty relaxation.
Capricorn
First Signs of Illness - Capricorn rules the bones and joints; painful joints and tiredness can be signs that something is amiss.
How to Stay Healthy - Ginger tea with lemon and honey will be uplifting and will help fight infection.
Beware - Ignoring regular health check-ups because you've too many other things to do!
Aquarius
First Signs of Illness - Aquarians who suddenly develop a temperature or feel too tired to even think should stop and start thinking about their health.
How to Stay Healthy - Garlic will help the immune system fight infection. Onions have similar properties. Use onions and leeks in your cooking when you or those around you have a cold.
Beware - Overcrowded places when you know there is a flu bug, colds or sore throats going around.
Pisces
First Signs of Illness - Feeling down in the dumps with no enthusiasm for activities normally enjoyed can be a symptom of possible ill health for the Piscean.
How to Stay Healthy - Pisces rules the feet: soak your feet in warm salt water with a teaspoon of dry mustard added, for relaxation. Chicken soup will help you battle colds and flu.
Beware - Ignoring signals that you may not be well. Preventative medicine will be protective if you catch symptoms in the early stages.