Roland Späht - 25.07.2022
Lose weight with acupressure - is it possible?
Et's no secret that many people struggle with their weight. And for those who are looking for an alternative to traditional weight loss methods, acupressure can be a promising option. In this article, we'll show you the most important acupressure points to lose weight.
Acupressure is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that uses pressure points on the body to treat various health problems. Although there is limited research on the effectiveness of acupressure for weight loss, some people report success with this method.
Table of contents
- 3 points to lose weight
- 2 points for detoxification and drainage
- Conclusion
3 points to lose weight
There are some pressure points that are commonly said to help with weight loss. Here are three of them:
The He Gu (Di4)
The first point is located on the band between the thumb and index finger. This point is called "He Gu" (Di4). Press it on both hands for four minutes. Stimulation of this point is said to stimulate the metabolism.
The Dui Duan (Du27)
The second point is located directly in the center of the upper lip. It is called "Dui Duan" (Du27). Press it for about 1.5 minutes to dampen an emerging feeling of hunger.
The Zu San Li (Ma36)
The third point is located below the kneecap. This point is called "Zu San Li" (Ma36), and its stimulation is said to stimulate digestion. Press it for about one minute.
2 points for detoxification and drainage
In addition to weight loss, some people use acupressure for detoxification and drainage. Both support you in your goal to lose weight. In fact, these points are believed to help the body eliminate toxins and excess fluid. There are two pressure points that are commonly used for detoxification and drainage:
The Da Bao (Mi21)
The detoxification point is the "Da Bao" (Mi21) on the side between the sixth and seventh ribs. Press it for about three minutes to support the work of your liver.
The Yin Ling Quan (Mi9)
The point that should support the drainage Yin Ling Quan (Mi9) is located on the inner side of the lower leg below the knee. Press it for about two minutes to get rid of excess water.
Conclusion
If you are looking for an alternative to traditional weight loss methods, acupressure may be a promising option. Although there is limited research on the effectiveness of acupressure for weight loss, some people report success with this method. In addition to weight loss, some people also use acupressure for detoxification and drainage. Both of these will assist you in your goal of losing weight.
About the author
Roland Späht is the founder of BACKLAxx® and a content strategist. He had already been struggling with back pain since childhood due to scoliosis. After studying engineering, he worked in project management for years and during this time he intensively dealt with the treatment of his worsening back pain.
His goal was to fight his way out of this downward spiral of pain without medication and permanent medical treatment. In this way he found ways and means for himself that permanently relieved his pain. He is firmly convinced that everyone can find an alternative way out of pain.
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