Article written by: Vinayak Bhatt
Your lagna (ascendant) is the key to understanding your personality and also reveals a lot about your eating habits and food preferences. Let’s explore how your lagna forms a relationship with food and what treatments can help maintain balance.
1. Aries Laguna (Mesh Laguna)
– food preferences: Aries Ascendants love food that is spicy, bold, and full of energy. They crave tangy flavors, spicy curries, and quick-acting energy boosters like coffee and protein bars.
– assignment: Their fiery nature (ruled by Mars) can cause heat-related problems such as acidity and indigestion.
– remedies: To balance the heat of Mars, include cooling foods in your diet such as cucumber, yogurt, coconut water, and mint.
2. Taurus Lagna (Vrishabara Lagna)
– food preferences: Taurus Ascendants are ruled by Venus, so they enjoy luxurious, sumptuous, and comforting meals. They are drawn to creamy textures, sweet desserts, and gourmet dining experiences.
– assignment: Eating too much can lead to sluggishness and weight gain.
– remedies: Balance Venus’ love of luxury by incorporating light, detoxifying foods like salads, lemon water, and green tea.
3. Gemini Lagna (Misun Lagna)
– food preferences: Gemini Ascendants are ruled by Mercury, so they love a variety of snacks. They enjoy finger foods, sandwiches, and quick and enjoyable meals.
– assignment: Irregular eating habits can cause digestive problems.
– Remedies: To soothe Mercury’s nervous energy, incorporate warm, easily digestible foods such as soups, ginger tea, and lightly spiced dishes.
4. Gan Lagna (Kalkara Lagna)
– food preferences: Cancer Ascendants are ruled by the Moon, so they prefer comforting, traditional home-cooked meals. I like cooking with milk, sweets, and foods that remind me of my hometown.
– assignment: Emotional eating when your mood is unstable can lead to overeating.
– Remedies: Eat a balanced diet with root vegetables, rice, and lentils. Drink warm milk with turmeric to stabilize your emotions.
5. Leo Lagna (Sinha Lagna)
– Food preferences: Ruled by the Sun, Leo Ascendants love sumptuous and impressive meals. They prefer biryani, grilled meat and other flavorful dishes that make them feel like royalty.
– assignment: Eating too much heavy food can cause sluggishness.
– Remedies: To stay energized, include light, energizing foods such as citrus fruits, honey, and golden foods.
6. Virgo Lagna (Kanya Lagna)
– food preferences: Virgo Ascendants are ruled by Mercury, so they prefer clean, simple and nutritious food. They are drawn to vegetarian and organic foods and often avoid overly rich dishes.
– assignment: Sensitive digestive functions can be affected by stress.
– Remedies: Incorporate comforting herbs like fennel, mint, and coriander into your diet. Avoid cold foods and foods that are too spicy.
7. Libra Lagna (Tula Lagna)
– food preferences: Ruled by Venus, Libra Ascendants love balanced, beautifully presented meals. They prefer light and sweet flavors such as sushi, salads, and desserts.
– assignment: You may lose your balance by consuming too much sweets.
– Remedies: Balance your indulgence with **bitter veggies* like spinach and kale, and include detoxifying teas like green tea.
8. Scorpio Lagna (Vrishik Lagna)
– food preferences: Scorpio Ascendants are ruled by Mars and Ketu, so they prefer strong, spicy flavors like dark chocolate, chili-based curries, and exotic dishes.
– assignment: Eating too much spicy food can cause digestive and heat-related problems.
– remedies: Add cooling foods like melons, cucumbers, and coconut water to your diet to help balance the fiery Mars energy.
9. Sagittarius Lagna (Dhanuragna)
– food preferences: Ruled by Jupiter, Sagittarius Ascendants love rich food and adventurous tastes. They like to try new cuisines and have a big appetite for hearty foods like biryani and stews.
– assignment: Eating too much or eating rich foods can cause weight gain.
– Remedies: To balance Jupiter’s appetite, include light, fibrous foods* such as oats, barley, and lentils.
10. Capricorn Lagna (Makara Lagna)
– food preferences: Ruled by Saturn, Capricorn Ascendants prefer simple, down-to-earth meals like root vegetables, whole grains, and earthy stews. They value practicality over luxury.
– assignment: Saturn’s influence can slow down digestion and cause bloating.
– Remedies: Add warming spices like black pepper, cinnamon, and ginger to aid digestion and metabolism.
11. Aquarius Lagna (Kumbala Lagna)
– food preferences: Ruled by Saturn and Rahu, Aquarius Ascendants enjoy trying out unusual and modern foods. They often lean towards vegan, plant-based, or health-conscious options like smoothies and superfoods.
– assignment: Their eating habits may become irregular because of their preference for extremes.
– Remedies: Incorporate grounding foods like nuts, seeds, and whole grains to stabilize Rahu’s volatile energy.
12. Pisces Lagna (Mina Lagna)
– food preferences: Ruled by Jupiter, Pisces Ascendants love soft, comforting, liquid-based foods such as soups, seafood, and creamy desserts. They often enjoy food that nourishes the soul.
– assignment: Eating too many sweets and rich foods can throw off your balance.
– Remedies: Add water-rich and cleansing foods to your diet, such as cucumbers, watermelon, and leafy greens.
Common Remedies for Food Related Problems Based on the Planet
1. Mars (heat-related issues): Include cooling foods like yogurt, mint, and coconut water. Avoid excessively spicy foods.
2. Saturn (slow digestion): Add warming spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. Avoid cold and heavy foods.
3. Moon (Emotional Eating): Stick to sattvic foods like rice, milk and fruits. Practice mindful eating.
4. Venus (luxury): Balance sweet and rich foods with detoxifying vegetables and lemon water.
5. Jupiter (overeating): Eat less and focus on fibrous and nutritious foods.
6. Mercury (gastrointestinal hypersensitivity): Include fennel, coriander, and light soups in your diet. Avoid irregular eating habits.
Lagna not only shapes your personality but also influences your desires, eating habits, and dietary needs. By understanding your Ascendant’s tendencies and following simple remedies, you can maintain a balanced relationship with food while staying in tune with the energies of the universe. Happy Meals!
Source: Saptarishis Astrology – saptarishisshop.com
