Obesity has no singular cause. Genetic, age, lifestyle, constitution, emotion, and diet are all factors that contribute to the likelihood of obesity. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the foods we crave depend on the imbalances in our internal system. Unfortunately, eating unnatural foods, the wrong types of foods, or excessive quantities throws the entire system out of balance.
Acupuncture can help normalize the system, and aid weight loss when accompanied by proper diet and exercise. In a Russian study of obese children it was found that regular Acupuncture treatments resulted in the normalization of blood and serum levels, decrease of overall body mass and fatty tissue content, and increased exercise performance abilities. In other studies, conclusive evidence was offered to show needling of auricular points helped to lower the appetite, increase satiety with less food, as well as lower insulin and lipid levels.
Study: Acupuncture for the treatment of obesity: a review of the evidence (Int'l Journal of Obesity)
Dr. Oz: Acupuncture: Magic Bullet for Weight Loss?
Learn more about how Acupuncture can benefit you and aid in weight management, by scheduling an appointment with our Licensed Acupuncturist Monica!
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