If you are struggling to lose weight, it is natural to feel frustrated. You may feel like you are on a constant weight loss roller coaster – taking a few pounds off one week only to put them back on the next. Are you tired of fad diets and weight loss gimmicks that promise big results but fail to deliver? Then our wellness team at Anderson Acupuncture Center can help.
For thousands of years, acupuncture has helped enhance an individual’s overall well being, including supporting weight loss. If you are new to acupuncture or unfamiliar with its benefits, it is natural to wonder if this treatment is right for you. Below, our acupuncturist has answered three of your most common questions about acupuncture and weight loss.
How can acupuncture help me lose weight?
Acupuncture is based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, which holds that disease and poor health are caused by blockages in the body’s energy. Today, contemporary scientific research has found that acupuncture works by stimulating the body’s central nervous system and enhancing physiological functions. During a treatment session, we use thin needles to stimulate the body’s digestive system, appetite and endocrine system. Enhancing physiological function brings balance back to the body, curbs the appetite and increases the body’s metabolism.
Is acupuncture safe?
Yes, acupuncture treatments are completely safe and effective. We use single-use, sterilized stainless steel needles. These needles are extremely thin and patients feel only a light prick when the needles enter their skin. Our practice follows strict protocols for maintaining patient safety and well being.
What else should I do in addition to acupuncture treatments?
Acupuncture treatments enhance the natural benefits of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. While these treatments require no specific diet choice, our wellness team can help you create a diet rich in whole foods and green vegetables. By bringing awareness to your dietary choices, we help you make lifestyle changes that support long-term weight loss success.
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Shiloh, IL