Alternative forms of medicine and treatment are gaining in popularity, and one of those methods is Acupressure. Have you tried acupressure for weight loss? Today we will go over the what it is and some of the benefits of acupressure for weight loss.
There are many number of natural ways to lose weight and stay healthy.
One natural and safe method to lose weight is through acupressure. Acupressure involves the use of the hand while applying pressure to specific places on the body, called meridian points.
When pressure is placed on these points, heat and moisture are produced, which create a circulatory effect that helps with weight loss.
Acupressure is Gaining Popularity
Acupressure for weight loss is not often thought of as a method to shed pounds, but it is slowly gaining a following within holistic medicine circles.
Besides losing weight, there are any number of other related health benefits that can occur through the use of acupressure.
In order to reap the benefits of acupressure, it’s important to know the location of the meridian points and how to activate them.
Main Acupressure Meridian Points for Weight Loss
Abdomen Point
This first point, is located on the abdomen below the belly button area. When this area is pressed the digestive system is stimulated and the area is balanced. In addition, constipation is reduced, which also fosters weight loss.
Applying pressure at this point involves placing two fingers on the area and massaging it by moving the fingers in an up and down motion. The point should be pressed twice for about two minutes a day.
Abdomen Sorrow Point
This second point is called is found under the rib cage beneath the last rib. Pressure is applied by curving the fingers and pressing them into this area. The point should be pressed for at least (5) five minutes every day. The pressure relieves imbalance with appetite as well as indigestion, pain in the rib area and ulcers.
Ear Point
The third point is found within the ear. In order stimulate the area of the ear, and aid in weight loss, pressure is applied in the jaw area. A finger is placed against a section of the jaw that allows for the most movement. Once that point is found, allow the finger to press the jaw up and down for at least a minute.
The acupressure on this point helps with appetite control as well as with the reduction of pressure in the jaw and ear area that may have implications with ear infections, earaches and migraine headaches.
Knee Point
The fourth point is just two inches beneath the kneecap on the outer side of the leg. Pressure is applied on this outer point for a minute using the forefinger.
The pressure exuded boosts digestion and nourishes the blood.
Elbow Point
The fifth point is the large intestine point, and is located near the inside of the crease of the elbow, which extends towards the stopping point of the elbow.
Pressure is applied with the thumb on the area for at least 2 minutes a day. The pressure stimulates the intestines through the removal of any heat or moisture that affects that part of the body.
Ankle Point
The sixth point is located on the inside of the leg about two inches above the ankle slightly adjacent to the bone there. Pressure is applied to that point with the thumb for about two minutes. Release of the pressure should be done slowly and the process repeated on a regular basis.
The pressure enhances and strengthens digestion and causes it to function effectively.
Massage First and Last
With all six points, it’s important to massage the areas in question first before actually applying the pressure.
After the massaging and acupressure have been completed, massage the areas once more.
You’ll get an even greater effect with weight loss when the same points on the opposite side of the body are massaged first and followed by the pressure application, and then a final massage.
Using Acupressure With Your Weight Loss Program
Using the six pressure points with acupressure is a great compliment to any weight loss program.
When energy is released through various organs of the body, particularly those that have to do with the stomach and spleen meridians, the energy expended advances the balance of the digestive system.
Any food cravings or compulsive overeating can diminish with an acupressure approach.
The pressure application process at the designated points can help produce weight loss results over time.
Other Benefits of Acupressure
In addition to gradual and healthy weight loss, there are other benefits to utilizing acupressure and they include some of the following:
- Stress and tension relief
- Relaxation – mind and body
- Improves sleep
- Increased circulation
- Elimination of toxic waste and pollutants
- Relief from aches and pains
- Healing of injuries
- Invigorates body, mind and spirit
- Increases energy levels
- Instills sense of well being
- Decreases labor pains during the birthing and delivery process
- Limited involvement in strenuous exercises and dead end diets
Acupressure is Easy!
Using acupressure doesn’t have to be an event.
You can apply pressure to the meridian points throughout your day.
I like to use them when I’m at my desk working or watching television.
All in all, it should take about 15 minutes to get through all the points, but you can definitely extend it out to however long you’d like.
Acupressure Can Curve Your Appetite
Taking the time to do acupressure is a great way to give time back to yourself throughout the day.
When you take a pause from your day, you can lower your stress levels.
High stress levels are a big contributing factor to eating disorders like binge eating.
When you take steps to curb your stress levels, you’ll lower your cravings for the wrong foods for your body.
Eating less of the wrong foods caused by stress, while strengthening your digestive system through acupressure can make appetite control a whole lot easier to deal with on a daily basis.
Think about what acupressure can do for you.
Whether it’s weight loss or just general well being, try one or two of the pressure point applications.
Make it a habit.
You just might see the weight loss and calm you have been looking for all along.
Now It’s Your Turn
Have you tried Acupressure? What has your experience been with this method of weight loss? Leave a comment below!
