April 22, 2010
You must’ve noticed Chinese people going to acupuncture clinics. Acupuncture is performed in acupuncture clinics. Acupuncture is part of ancient Chinese medicine. For ages this treatment has been around and aside from that it is also believed to treat different ailments. This type of treatment is often used by the Chinese people when they feel sick.
What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is done by inserting thin needles into different parts of the body. These points are familiarly termed as acupuncture points. The acupuncture points are often specified in the acupuncture chart. The acupuncture acts as a guide in order for the Chinese acupuncturists to know the location of the acupuncture points. In acupuncture weight loss acupuncture points that control the stomach, hunger, thirst have to be stimulated.
What are the Acupuncture Points
Acupuncture weight loss doesn’t really need a lot of acupuncture points since it is usually focused on one particular point in the ear. The target of ear stapling is this part. An acupuncture point in the ear is believed to control the stomach, hunger and thirst. When this point is stimulated during an acupuncture session the client will gradually experience a decrease in his or her cravings. One must understand though that once the needles are in place it has to stay in place for 30-45 minutes. Exerting pressure on the needle used in auricular acupuncture technique helps client regain control.
Acupuncture points in acupuncture weight loss can also include some areas on the face but these points are only used depending on the type of problem the client has. Menopause or hormonal imbalance can cause weight gain if this is the cause the acupuncture point to hit is the one the controls the reproductive system. The acupuncture point to stimulate when the cause of weight gain is insatiable appetite is located on the ear. People who want long term effects from acupuncture may prefer to have ear stapling. Noticeable changes in appetite will begin to take place.
Acupuncture points are numerous and if you are not trained to perform acupuncture you might find yourself confused trying to figure out where these acupuncture points are. The cause will help determine which acupuncture point to stimulate. Acupuncture weight loss often focuses on the ear since the acupuncture point that controls that stomach is located on that particular body part.
July 13, 2009
How many sleepless nights have you suffered through already? You’ve tried changing your sleep habit schedule, drinking less coffee, working out in the mornings, but it still doesn’t help your brain shut off at night. Sleep aids and prescription medicines work, but usually leave you feeling groggy and dopey the next day. Surprisingly, Chinese herbal formulas may help with your insomnia in a natural way. A combination of ginseng and ziziphus or concha marguerita and ligustrum have been known to help with insomnia and the accompanying heart palpitations, worrying, night sweats and bad dreams. If your sleep disorder leaves you feeling chronically fatigued all the time or deprives you of your appetite, then try ginseng and longan or ginseng and tang gui tea. Chamomile is used for mild bouts of sleeplessness that is stress-related and Emperor’s tea is another popular natural remedy for restlessness.
Are you thinking of creating a Chinese herbal formula at home? It is really very cost efficient and easy to do once you have the basics down! Trade in those expensive cold medicines for a home brewed echinacea elixir! Before you begin concocting a Chinese herbal formula on your own, a visit to a Chinese herbalist is always a good idea to determine your individual needs.
The best container for making your Chinese herbal formula is preferably ceramic (but glass is ok too). You should avoid cast iron or metals because some Chinese herbs create chemical reactions with those materials. Your teapot should also have a lid, which you should never lift while cooking, as it can allow the vital healing properties to escape. In ancient times, the preferred water used came from a spring, although today you can fill your pot with whatever you prefer.
For recipes and Chinese herbal formulas, you may want to pick up a book at your local bookstore. For instance, “Herbs For Beauty” by Qing Yan gives ancient Chinese secrets for face wash and skin rejuvenation. Or perhaps you want a beginner’s guide, like Sandy Maine’s “Simple Herbal Recipes” book. For a more traditional approach focused on ancient methods, check out “The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes.” There are, of course, many books on the subject so it’s recommended that you make a trip to the bookstore, rather than trying to scour the internet.
After you finish cooking, strain the tea and try some. Some people find the initial brewing of their Chinese herbal formulas unpalatable, in which case they should try adding more water (or a drop of honey if absolutely necessary) before nixing the whole brew. While the taste may be shocking at first, you’ll find that the body will warm up to it over time. Some Chinese medicine books recommend putting your tea in for a second steeping. The first steeping will affect energy/Qi levels, while the second steeping offers effects on the blood level. You can even split the batch in half, putting one half in for a second steeping to combine both effects.
The optimal tea time is one hour before eating on an empty stomach to ensure absorption of the essential properties. Some people with sensitive stomachs prefer to take the Chinese herbal formulas an hour after eating or have with some fresh ginger root and sushi. The school of Chinese medicine recommends adding things like meditation, yoga or martial arts to your day to balance your Qi and feel more rejuvenated as well.