WEIGHT LOSS

Having the ideal weight helps to improve an individual’s appearance, as well as their physical and mental health. The effectiveness of acupuncture as a supportive method in weight loss is attributed to the change in the flow of energy to the central structures of the brain (e.g. hypothalamus), which regulate the basic functions of homeostasis, appetite and metabolism, as well as to its local effects (lipolysis, firming). Acupuncture leads to loss of appetite and cravings (intense desire for sweets and carbohydrates), the minimization of satiety times after meals, the activation of lipolysis, the increase of energy and improvement of mental balance, while it also activates the hypothalamus and stimulates the pituitary gland which regulates the secretion of leptin and boosts the metabolism of lipids and the treatment of water retention.

When supporting weight loss with the use of acupuncture, treatment involves a combination of points of the body as well as auricular acupuncture for approximately 30 minutes per session (twice a week). Once the needles are removed, ear tacks with adhesive backing are inserted in the ear in order to continue stimulating the suitable points.

In the case of weight loss, acupuncture must be accompanied by changes in lifestyle and eating habits. At our practice, following the differential diagnosis of other disorders that may likely lead to weight gain, we create a personalised treatment plan combining acupuncture, a balanced diet and fluid intake, healthy sleep habits and physical exercise with the aim of losing body fat and promoting a physically and mentally healthy body.