Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Using Acupuncture For Weight Loss

Acupuncture weight loss became popular in 2003 when CNN reported success stories from weight loss clinics in China. China has experienced an increase in obesity with the introduction and popularity of Western diet choices.

Acupuncture for weight loss works by inserting thin sterile needles in specific points on the body which release hormones know as endorphins that have a calm and relaxing, effect. It is believed this makes it easier for you to deal with stress, frustration and anxiety which trigger bingeing and overeating at meal times. In addition, the endorphin release aids in boosting our metabolism since stress slows the metabolism process down.

Acupuncture for weight loss has also been shown to strengthen the digestive system, control the appetite and may also improve metabolism causing you to burn calories more quickly. weight loss has always been a balance between burning more calories than you eat. In studies patients who received acupuncture lost twice as much weight as patients on diets. Additionally, patients who received real acupuncture treatments experienced decreases in serum total cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL cholesterol levels.

Staple Acupuncture For weight loss

Staple acupuncture weight loss may sound new to you but it is weight loss method chosen by a number of women who are desperate enough to lose weight as fast as they can. The staple acupuncture weight loss regimen is done by piercing a small surgical staple wire onto your ear cartilage with a special staple gun. “Staplepuncture”, a variation of “auriculotherapy”, puts staples (which are special acupuncture needles) at key points on the ear which helps people stop smoking, lose weight and controls appetite.

Does Acupuncture Have Any Side Effects?

Acupuncture weight loss treatment does have a few negative side effects. You may feel a slightly sedated feeling, and some experience a wooziness or fainting as a result of the very calming effect on the bodies energy while having an acupuncture weight loss treatment.

Also needle shock is just one of the side effects that you can possibly experience when you first undergo an acupuncture weight loss regimen. You might feel a sudden drop in your blood pressure when a needle is inserted into your skin.

How Many Sessions Do I Need?

The usual regimen of acupuncture weight loss is ten sessions, usually at a rate of three per week (to SAFELY regulate your metabolism and hunger-satisfaction) and then one to two weeks off before resuming treatment again.

Finally

Stress has been identified as a key factor in certain people's weight gain. Some people feel the need or urge to eat a lot when they are stressed and they find comfort in doing so. But by using acupuncture for weight loss you can work on your stress problems plus any other contributory factors that could be the cause of your weight gain for example water retention, thyroid problems, sugar and hormonal imbalances.

A word of caution, if you are looking to use acupuncture to lose weight always make sure that the acupuncture practitioner must have certification. In fact, look for one who is a doctor and is given license by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine to practice acupuncture. Also as well as receiving acupuncture your acupuncturist may also give you herbs that will balance your digestion and cravings - and based on your Chinese pattern diagnosis, they can also give you personalized diet advice.

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