One of the biggest problems facing a lot of people all over the world these days is obesity. Adopting an acupuncture weight loss program is probably one of the best decisions a person can make if a really effective program is what he/she is looking for. Acupuncture is a very old medical procedure that originated in China. It is found to be a very good way to lose weight.
Acupuncture Treatment – The Diseases it can treat
These are just a few conditions among dozens that acupuncture is known to address:
-Eczema
-Pain
-Asthma
-Arthritis
-Depression
-Anxiety
The last two are the most common underlying conditions for excess weight.
Mode of treatment
Acupuncture is a modality that utilizes extremely thin needles inserted into the skin to elicit stimulus on specific neural pathways in order to treat a condition. It is important to note that the needles used in an acupuncture procedure are not the same as hypodermic needles commonly used for injection or for the drawing of blood. When a point on the skin is pierced the patient often experiences a dull ache or a numbing or tingling sensation, not pain.
Acupuncture is probably the most widely known form of alternative medicine around the world. It is also one of the most effective ways of losing weight. Excess weight is usually the result of too much eating. A person tends to overeat when he/he is frustrated, anxious or under heavy stress. Doctors believe that if stress is lessened, the compulsion to eat is also lessened.
The points on the skin selected for treatment are determined based on the magnitude of the problem. Most of the time, acupuncturists select the points located on the ear to address weight gain. Besides the needles, ear staples may be also attached to the ear to help quell the desire to eat. The ear staples help sustain the effect of the acupuncture treatment for days. Both the needles and the ear staples stimulate the nerves that lead to the release of neurotransmitters that relaxes the patient helping him/her take better control of his eating urges.
This treatment continues until the inordinate desire to eat is entirely brought into control. Proper diet and lifestyle will then help maintain the results of the treatment.
Acupuncture points that are usually selected for weight loss treatment include:
Thyroid – to address slow metabolism
Kidney – this point is associated with edema (water retention) and the nervous system
Spleen – related to sugar and hormonal imbalances
Semen – a calming point basically
Endocrine – helps people suffering from weight gain caused by water retention
Lungs – this point is useful for people who love sweets and chocolates. Helpful for food addicts as well
Stomach – for people who are already full but still want to eat more
Mouth – for people who chain smoke and for big eaters
One of the advantages of acupuncture for weight loss treatment is that is has no side effects. Moreover, the results of this treatment are usually long lasting and even sometimes permanent.
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