Acupuncture and Weight Loss: A Combination that Works!
By Gail M. Davis | August 13, 2008
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Acupuncture and weight loss are certainly becoming a controversial combination. Americans spend over 33 billion dollars every year on weight-related products and programs, and the failure rate is off the charts! Who can blame dieters for wanting healthy alternatives? Traditional methods certainly aren’t working. Acupuncture is becoming more popular since it offers no harmful side effects and no chance of addiction.
A 2002 National Health Review Survey stated that 8.2 million Americans reported using acupuncture treatments. Those statistics have surely grown significantly in the past six years. Acupuncture as a medical procedure began over 2,000 years ago. China is generally considered the authority in the field, although Korea and Japan use it quite extensively as well. Acupuncture uses long, thin, stainless steel needles, which are inserted into over 2,000 pressure points in the body.
Acupuncture is known to increase metabolism, reduce stress, increase energy, reduce muscular pain, and improve circulation. That solves the mystery as to why acupuncture and weight loss are combined!
One really exciting point is that Chinese researchers report that those who use acupuncture and weight loss are twice as successful as those who diet alone. In addition to all the other wonderful health benefits, acupuncture is also known to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
One negative aspect of acupuncture and weight loss is ear stapling. This procedure was developed in the United States and is considered ineffective and possibly dangerous. Two pressure points in the ear are targeted with ear stapling. The staples are left in the ear and sometimes dislodge or become infected. A certified acupuncturist would be a necessity when trying something this risky.
Most acupuncture patients feel little or no discomfort. Some describe a warming sense or a calming effect, or even an energized feeling. The treated pressure points and the individuals involved would dictate the sensations.
If you’re ready to give acupuncture a try, follow these easy guidelines to ensure success. Check with your family doctor first and find a reputable, certified acupuncturist. Select highly nutritious foods for your diet and decrease your caloric intake. Increase your caloric expenditure by adding cardio exercise to your routine. Be patient, but stay focused and positive!
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