Applying pressure to special energy meridian points on the body expels excess heat and moisture and improves circulation and chi flow. Using the pressure points on the body for weight loss strengthens the digestive system, controls appetite unblocks stagnating chi and blood flow, allowing the body to naturally find its balance again. Acupressure alone will not cause weight loss but with healthy food choices and exercise in the form of adding daily activity will contribute significantly to your weight loss goals. According to the American Journal of Chinese Medicine, studies show using acupressure for weight loss decreases the BMI 1.7 points on the average, the other half of the patients received only weight loss counseling and lost only .05 BMI points.
How to apply the pressure
As you begin working with your pressure points the best way to start is by massaging the pressure point area first. Apply the pressure for the amount of time given, and then end the work with the pressure point with massage on the same area. When you work a pressure point on one side of the body, find the pressure point on the opposite side of the body and work it as well.
Where to find the pressure points (watch video)
Begin with the pressure points on your ears and follow through with the rest of the pressure points on the body. When you are finished end the session with your ears the same way you began the session.
What are acupressure massage beads
Acupressure beads are pressure balls that are also used to aid the process of finding the meridian pressure points on the ear. On the ear the meridian points can be close together and not as easy to pinpoint or detect and using acupressure beads assures direct pressure and response. Some spas and acupuncture therapy centers offer heated acupressure beads as a regular part of therapy.
The beads are attached to a double sided sticky tape or bandage and can be placed behind the ear to massage as needed. There is such a thing as over doing the massage, and depleting the body of important nutrients, so follow the directions of the healing practitioner.
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