Many factors influence weight gain. For example, heredity, imbalance
of the internal organs, certain illness (diabetes, etc.), certain
drugs, insomnia, stress, emotional tension, boredom, hormone, imbalance,
poor eating habits, nutritional imbalance, and lack of exercise.
Usually, anyone who is 20 percent over the normal weight is considered
to be overweight. What is normal weight for you? The normal weight
is calculated in this way: for female, height (cm) minus 110 equal
the normal female weight (kg); for male, height (cm) minus 105 equal
the normal male weight (kg).
In Traditional Chinese medicine, over-weight is symptomatic of body
imbalance. Traditional Chinese medicine doctors take Western medical
diagnosis as a point of reference and will use traditional Chinese
medicine to analyze the entire system and then decide on a treatment
plan.
To better understand the human body, compare it to a city. Acupuncture
meridians can be compared to the highway of the city. The over-weight
body may be compared to a city with a congested road system. Treatment
for this condition using Traditional Chinese medicine is to place
acupuncture needles into certain acupoints. This functions as a traffic
light in the city’s streets and clears up the congestion. |
Because over weight is caused by different
factors, the treatment plan is individualized. Generally, acupuncture
treatment does result in weight loss with the first treatment.
But after two or three courses of treatment, people usually lose
weight by themselves. That is because acupuncture takes time to
strengthen the internal organs, balance hormones, regulate the
endocrine system, stimulate blood circulation, improve metabolism
and maintain the entire body. When the body is in good order, the
excess fat is reduced automatically. After receiving acupuncture,
patients feel their mood is improved, their energy is better, they
sleep better, have less stress and their quality of life is greatly
improved.
Acupuncture helps weight loss programs produce better results.
it also helps people maintain weight loss. Permanent weight loss
cannot rely on acupuncture alone. Exercise, diet, and a lifetime
commitment to a healthier lifestyle are necessary. There are many
special diets for weight loss. I suggest that you should consider
the season, geographical location, blood type, occupation, and
sex when you select your own special diet.
The experts think aerobic exercise is ideal for weight loss. Exercise
burns fat and also builds muscle, it regulates the metabolism of
fat and sugar. It can improve the state of mind, body and spirit.
For effective weight Loss, exercise must be done at least 5 times
a week, over 30 minutes per session. Low or medium intensity aerobics
are better. The heart rate should remain in the medium range. Aerobic
exercises include slow running, medium speed walking, bicycle riding,
skating, hiking, dancing, stair climbing and swimming.
Losing weight too fast can cause health problems. It is better
to lose 2- 3 pounds but not more than 5 pounds per week. Rapid
weight loss causes loss of body fluid and may lead to health problems.
Weight loss requires patience and confidence. It is advisable to
make short term and long-term weight loss plans. For safe weight
loss, consult your traditional Chinese medicine doctors. I hope
you gain energy, lose weight, stay healthy and live long. |
