As was mentioned in Part One, a good weight loss program includes nutritional counselling and exercise as well as a commitment to make permanent lifestyle changes.
Other important tools that can aid in weight loss are stress reduction techniques and a moderate exercise regimen. The acupuncturist can suggest various stress reduction methods that may include breathing exercises, Tai Chi, yoga or meditation. And since the goal of a weight program is not only weight loss but the maintenance of that loss, an exercise program that the patient likes is the best one to choose.
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Acupuncture is effective in making it easier to lose weight and maintain that loss if the patient is willing to change their lifestyle. Weight loss is a multi-faceted problem, and a good program involves diet, exercise and stress reduction techniques. Acupuncture, acupressure and digestive aid exercises are useful tools in the battle with weight loss.
Acupuncture Auckland: Article Series: It is springtime! A time of growth in nature and a time of annoying irritation for many people. Every year it’s the same thing, a lot of people seek help for itchy eyes and runny noses, symptoms varying in degree from sneezing to allergic asthma. Many patients I see with this problem are taking some sort of western medication i.e. antihistamine, nasal decongestant spray or cortisone based inhalers. Although these drugs alleviate their symptoms, they all wish to stop taking them as they feel the drugs do not address the root of the problem and might cause side effects. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can offer a real alternative.
Acupuncture Auckland Article Series: In TCM bedwetting relates to Kidney-qi weakness. The Kidney-qi governs the two yin – the anus and the urethra – and has an internal/external relationship with the Bladder. If the Kidney qi is weak then the lower burner will not be strong, and the two yin orifices will be unable to hold the fluids; hence the functions of storage and retention of fluids is impaired.
Acupuncture Auckland: Article Series: Bedwetting or nocturnal enuresis, is quite common, and there is relatively little in the way of treatment in Western Medical Science (WMS). By contrast, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and especially acupuncture and /or acupressure, is often very successful in treating this problem.
Auckland Acupuncture Article Series: Find out how acupuncture can help ready the body for giving birth and what physical activity and diet is recommended during pregnancy.
Auckland Acupuncture Article Series:Prebirth acupuncture refers to a series of treatments in the final weeks of pregnancy to prepare women for childbirth. Research shows that weekly acupuncture treatments starting at 36 weeks can reduce labour times by 1 ½ hours and reduce the incidence of medical interventions, such as medical inductions, caesarean sections and episiotomies.
Auckland Acupuncture Article Series:The nutrients most often needed to cure blood deficiencies are iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12. Copper and vitamin C are needed in order to absorb iron. Good sources of iron are found widely among animal proteins but if you are vegetarian – plant foods including vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts and seeds contain high levels.
Acupuncture Auckland Article series: Do you constantly feel tired? Are you taking iron supplements but don’t seem to be doing anything? Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can help.
Acupuncture Auckland: Acupuncture & Morning Sickness Part 2: What are some things that women can try to ease their morning sickness?
