Weight Loss Through Acupuncture

One of the last things to think about with weight loss is the use of Acupuncture. But there are actually some good reasons to consider it.

What is Acupuncture?

If you are reading this, you are probably familiar with acupuncture. But, just in case, here’s a quick look. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice that goes back, according to some history, before recorded history. It is most associated with the early Taoist tradition. It is based on the fact that there is energy, or chi, (or qi) circulating through your system in channels, called meridians. Disease is caused when these channels get blocked. Acupuncture moves the blocked energy so that it can circulate again. Most acupuncture uses tiny needs places on the energy spots to stimulate the energy. The needles do not feel painful or cause any sensation, and are placed minutely below the skin. It is also possible to do acupuncture without needles, for example with pressure from the hands, or with heat on the energy centers.

Acupuncture and Weight Loss: Metabolism

Acupuncture can be used for weight loss in several ways. A lot depends on the reason for there being excess weight in the first place. Some weight gain is caused by an imbalance in the metabolic system. For example, an underactive thyroid or adrenal gland can create weight gain. This is an easy case for acupuncture, as the metabolic and glandular systems are directly related to the qi moving in your system. There are specific points that will stimulate the thyroid and other metabolic points.

Acupuncture and Emotional Weight Gain

Some weight gain is because there is an emotional overeating. Acupuncture can be very helpful in balancing the emotional body. There are points that stimulate the lungs for example, which control emotions. There are also points that help control anxiety. A trained acupuncturist will evaluate your specific emotional needs and choose the points that will best assist your body in regaining balance.

Acupuncture and OverEating

You will have a hard time losing weight if you overeat. There are sometimes specific points that can be treated with acupuncture that can control your appetite. It is well known that people sell pills and use other drugs for appetite control. However, these artificial methods can have serious adverse effects. On the other hand, the use of acupuncture taps into the intelligence of the body’s own energy to shift and heal itself. Therefore it has none of the adverse effects that outside agents have. Using acupuncture to control your appetite is an excellent way when you are unable to make the change in your diet and eating habits on your own.

Acupuncture is not a Cure All

While there is so much benefit from acupuncture weight loss, it is not a cure-all, nor a substitute for life style change. You will not reap the benefits from acupuncture weight loss if you do not also add exercise to your regime, and change your diet to a healthy, fresh food, well balanced way of eating. Once you make the outer change, acupuncture can give your body the gentle push it needs to go along from the inside.

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