Acupuncture is getting under the skin of dieters by tapping intothe body’s many energy meridians. Using acupuncture to tackle weight loss is a multi-pronged approach. Using acupuncture for weight loss is based in the premise that weight gain could be the result of disturbed energy flow to and from the regulating center of the brain, called the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is responsible for maintaining “homostasis” or functional balance that allows the body to function like a finely tuned instrument. It is the body’s dispatch center that regulates hormomes and neurochemicals, and helps control body temperature, circadian rhythm, thirst and hunger.
The guiding principal is that acupuncture and herbs can curb appetite, quelling cravings, boosting metabolism, improving digestion, regulating obesity-related hormones and enhancing the way nutrients are used. It also strengthens the function of the liver, the organ that produces many chemicals critical for digestion, processing nutrients and breaking down of fats. It also increase tone in the smooth muscle of the stomach to help people know that they are full.
Weight Loss with acupuncture and herbs is best achieved with 10-12 treatments, along with a comprehensive weight loss plan with healthy food choices. It is a lifestyle change that can work!