Acupuncture Treats Patients by Targeting Biological Pathways
There are around 2000 acupuncture points across the body and, these points connect to biological pathways. An acupuncture specialist would stimulate the target points using metallic needles and moving them in specific directions. The purpose is to encourage the biological pathways to function well.
What are Biological Pathways?
Molecules and cells power the body to identify external factors and react accordingly. The cells and the molecules receive or send signals to various parts of the body through biological pathways. In other words, the cells look for chemical cues, also known as signals, to respond to factors like an infection, injury, drug administration, motor response etc. The chemical cues pass through the biological pathways. When the pathways malfunction, the body fails to respond to stimulants the way it should.
The metabolic pathway, for example, is one of the many biological pathways responsible for breaking down the food we eat into energy molecules. If the metabolic pathway faces a disruption, our metabolism will be affected, and we know how poor metabolism leads to weight gain.
Acupuncture targets the areas connected to the biological pathways that may cause weight gain.
The areas that acupuncture treatment target to encourage weight loss are:
- The Kidneys
- The Liver
- The Spleen
- The Endocrine
- The Thyroid glands
The purpose is to improve the health of the malfunctioning biological pathways that connect to these organs, to eradicate any anomaly that is causing the weight gain.
Let’s see how the malfunctioning of the above organs leads to weight gain.
The spleen:
The spleen is an organ on the left side of the abdomen. It is responsible for fighting infections, filtering out old cells and providing nourishment to the body. A spleen that is not functioning well may cause metabolism-related issues including, weight gain.
The Endocrine:
The endocrine plays an integral role in the burning of fat, carbohydrates and proteins. A compromised endocrine means poor metabolism, ergo weight gain.
Thyroid Glands:
We are all aware of the association between hypothyroidism and low BMR leading to weight gain.
The Kidneys and the Liver:
Weight gain from diseases of the kidneys and the liver doesn’t happen overnight.
Toxins and fat build-up in the liver decreases the metabolism rate causing weight gain. Kidney failure causes weight gain when the body fails to manage the fluids. Acupuncture can improve kidney and liver health thereby, reducing the chances of kidneys and liver failure.
How may acupuncture help?
The proper functioning of the above organs relates to good metabolism. Acupuncture ensures the organs do their jobs well and keep the fat in control. Acupuncture can also control a part of the brain that causes hunger pangs through ear acupuncture.
In short, acupuncture reduces weight by:
- Reducing stress which often causes overeating
- Increasing metabolism
- Reducing appetite
There might not be enough scientific evidence to prove that acupuncture will positively cause weight loss. However, it can be a robust secondary treatment for speeding the process of weight loss. First, it’s risk-free. Second, it allows the body to heal naturally and, the release of stress work to help you achieve your weight-loss goals.
With centers located in Columbus, Clintonville and Westerville in Ohio, Urban Acupuncture Center has accomplished, licensed acupuncturists dedicated to providing anyone and everyone an affordable and viable mode of healing.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.