Weight Loss With Alternative Therapies
July 20, 2009
Dieting and exercising are common methods of losing weight. However, besides these conventional weight loss techniques, there are some alternative methods of losing weight.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture, the ancient Chinese healing technique, could help to reduce weight. In acupuncture, needles are inserted at specific points of the body. In weight loss programs, an acupuncture practitioner insert needles at points that target the endocrine system, thyroid gland, spleen, kidneys, adrenal glands and ovary glands.
Each acupuncture session, in which the needles remain inserted in the body, lasts for 30 to 45 minutes. It is believed that the inserted needles trigger secretion of endorphin. Endorphin is a feel good hormone, which calms the mind and relaxes the body, helping to overcome temptations to overeat.
Acupuncture treats every individual factor responsible for weight gain. It prevents water retention, which could cause some weight gain. It stimulates the endocrine system and helps to balance the hormonal level.
The thyroid gland and spleen are specifically targeted to cure hormonal problems and to normalize high blood level. Sometimes weight gain is associated with premenstrual syndrome hormonal changes and menopause. Acupuncture targets the ovary and adrenal gland to treat these conditions.
Ear staples
Ear stapling is an extension of acupuncture weight loss method. In this weight loss, method a small surgical staple is inserted in the inner cartilage of both the ears. This part of the ear is believed to be linked to our digestive system. The ear staple creates pressure on this point and consequently controls overeating and facilitates weight loss.
Hypnosis
Hypnosis, by changing our thought pattern, could help in weight loss. The hypnotherapist guides his/her patient to a relaxed state of mind. At this state, our mind is more open to suggestions. If you are trying to lose weight your hypnotherapist will tell you, that small amount of food could satisfy your hunger and keep you healthy. This will help overweight people to design their diet and overcome excess eating. It might take several sessions before hypnotherapy can show result.
Foods for weight loss
Certain foods are useful for reducing weight. In Ayurvedic medicine ginger, mango, bitter melon, pineapple and papaya can help to lose weight. Herbs that have pungent, bitter and astringent taste help to control weight.
Alternative therapies can be great for many different things including weight loss. With a little help and direction a person can easily loss weight. This is one thing that people can include into their regular diet to help loss weight. Thanks for the post.
Christine