The document discusses the use of acupuncture points for weight loss based on traditional Chinese medicine, emphasizing the role of meridian theory in detoxifying the body and promoting fat metabolism. It outlines specific pressure points on the abdomen, head, legs, and arms along with their benefits, while also identifying major factors contributing to obesity and offering precautions for their use. Finally, it suggests a combination of acupressure, dietary adjustments, and healthy lifestyle practices for effective weight loss.

1. 11+ Best Pressure Points For Weight Loss
Acupuncture points weight loss is based on the meridian theory of
Chinese medicine.It is a healthy, safe and fast weight loss way. It
dredges the meridians and stimulates relevant acupuncture points
to archive decompose and consume,and get rid of the excessive
fat through urination and defecationand sweat glands.
Researchshows that by stimulating acupuncture points,it can
effectivelysuppress appetite and inhibit gastrointestinal absorption
and reduce energy intake,promote energy metabolism,fat
decompositionand weight loss.
However, there are many factors that cause obesity, and pressure
points for weight loss therapy depends on differentconditions.
In this article, we look at what weight loss pressure points are,
location, and how to stimulate them.
What Causes Obesity
Why is difficult to lose weight even if insisting on fitness?We should
know the fundamentally suppressing the inducement of obesity.

2. There are many reasons for obesity.Studies found that the most
important factors are:
 Dampness-evil
 Excessive consumptionof meat
 Irregular diet
 Lack of fitness
 Greasy food
 Stay up late
The above are the major factors that lead to obesity.People who
want to lose weight, in addition to adjusting diet and fitness,try to
reduce these six major behaviors, which will help make the weight
loss more significant.
Best Pressure Points For Weight Loss
Acupuncture points for weight loss are commonlylocated on the
abdomen.Other include on the head, legs,arms and soles.
 CV 13(Shangwan)
Efficacy:reduce the burden on the esophagus

3. Location:On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen,5.0
cun above the umbilicus.
The greatest benefitof CV 13 is to stimulate intestinal peristalsis.
Frequent massage CV 13 is helpful for for protecting the
esophagus,which can avoid eating too fast, causing food
accumulate in the stomachlead to indigestion,and weight gain.
Put the index finger and middle finger togetherand press and rub
CV 13 in a clockwise direction for 3 minutes. When preparing
breakfast, you can press it at will.
 CV 12(Zhongwan)

4. Efficacy:accelerate gastric peristalsis
Location:On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen,4.0
cun above the umbilicus.
The benefit of CV 12 is to accelerate gastric peristalsis, also
improve the body’s immunity. In addition to massaging it, you can
also slice ginger into thin slices to simulate it.
 CV 10(Xiawan)
Efficacy:remove toxins
Location:On the anterior median line of the upper abdomen,2.0
cun above the umbilicus.
CV 10 governs the transition processof food from being chewed to
digestion.If here is not smooth, it is easy to gradually increase the
toxins in the body, causing fat accumulation in the lower abdomen,
hip or thighs.
Use your thumbs to press it every day to remove toxins and
complete digestion.
 Around the belly button points, include CV 6(Qihai), ST
27(Daju), CV 4(Guanyuan), ST 25(Tianshu), etc. It can

5. promote metabolism, reduce appetite, regulate endocrine, etc.,
improve abdominal distension, edema, and prevent lower
abdomenprotrusion.
Related points:
1. CV 6(Qihai)
Location:1.5 cun below the umbilicus on the midline of the
abdomen.
 ST 27(Daju)
Location:2 cun lateral to the AML level with CV 5.
 CV 4(Guanyuan)

6. Location:On the anterior median line of the lower abdomen,3 cun
below the umbilicus.
 ST 25 (Tianshu)
Location: 2 cun lateral to the center of the umbilicus.
 On the head points such as ST 7(Xiaguan) and Jiache, it can
relax muscles, promote blood circulation, and be good for
firming the facial skin.
Related points:
1. ST 7(Xiaguan)

7. Location:On the face, anterior to the ear, in a depressionbetween
the zygomatic arch and the mandibular notch, with mouth closed.
2.ST 6(Jiache)
Location:One finger width anterior and superiorto the angle of the
mandible at the belly of the massetermuscle with teeth clenched.
 On the legs and feet points,such as: Zusanli and
Sanyinjiao,which can promote blood circulation in the legs,
increase gastrointestinal motility, and eliminate fat on the legs.
Related points:
1. ST 36(Zusanli)

8. Location:3 cun below ST 35, one finger width lateral from the
anterior borderof the tibia.
 SP 6(Sanyinjiao)
Location:3 cun directly above the tip of the medial malleoulus on
the posteriorborderof the tibia.
AbdominalWeight Loss Acupoints
Main point:ST 43(Liangqiu).
Full belly: CV 11(Jianli), CV 6(Qihai), SP 15(Daheng).

9. Upper abdomen:CV 12(Zhongwan),CV 10(Xiawan),ST
24(Huaroumen).
Lower abdomen:YinJiao, CV 4(GuanYuan),SP 14(Fujie).
Wrist Weight Loss Acupoints
Main point: GB 26(Daimai),GB 31(Fengshi).
Abdomen:ST 25(Tianshu).
Lower back: ZhiShi.
Hip Weight Loss Acupoints
Main point: BaiHuanshu, GB 30(Huantiao).
Hip sagging: Huiyang, Chengfu.
Wide hip: GB 29(Juliao).
Arm Loss Acupoints
LI 14(Binao),SJ 5(Waiguan)
Acupoints for obesity caused by:

10.  Spleen deficiency and dampness-eveil: Zusanli, Yinlingquan,
Sanyinjiao, Gongsun.
 Stomach heat and dampness-eveil: Hegu, Quchi,
FengLeong,Neiting.
 Stagnation of Liver Qi: Danzhong, Qimen, Yanglingquan,
Taichong.
 Deficiency of spleen and kidney: Guan Yuan, Zusanli,
Sanyinjiao, Zhaohai.
 Yin deficiency and internal heat: Neiguan, Zusanli, Sanyinjiao,
Taixi.
 Hyperorexia: Shangwan, Shousanli, Zusanli, Xiajuxu.
 Postpartum obesity: Ququan.
Acupoint Precautions
It is best to avoid the following condition:
 Pregnant women: May affect the health of mothers and
fetuses.
 Menstrual period: Some acupuncture points will affect the
blood circulation.
 Fasting,overeat,and poormentalstate.
 Trauma:Improperpressing may cause bleeding.
 Severe heartdisease,lung disease,diabetes,skindisease;

11. Acupuncture Points Weight Loss
Recipes
Acupuncture weightloss recipes are as follows:
Breakfast
1 to 2 eggs,add 300mlof soy milk.Or 1 to 2 eggs,add 250mlof
milk.
Lunch
protein and vegetables
1. Proteins:
2. Vegetables150g
Dinner:
300 to 400g vegetablesfor dinner
bean sprouts,celery,spinach,cauliflower,rape, cabbage,etc.
steamed:eggplant,etc.

12. raw: carrots, cucumbers,tomatoes,radishes,pears,oranges,
peaches,etc.
Note: Vegetablesthat are good for weightlossinclude:wax gourd,
celery,eggplant,cucumber,tomatoes,carrots,cabbage,spinach,
leeks,cabbage,coriander,bean sprouts,cauliflower, rape,
mushrooms,etc.
Conclusion
There are many ways to lose weight,But there are no shortcuts to
weight loss ,and pressure point for weight loss is an auxiliary
option,By stimulating weight loss pressure point,which is beneficial
for regulating the body’s metabolic capacity and reducing the fat
accumulation in the body to archive weight loss. In addition, it can
also suppress excessive appetite,thereby reducing the appetite for
food that is also very helpful for weight loss,but we must find the
right acupoints and keep it for a long time.so the bestway is to
combine fitness,keep healthy lifestyle, acupressure massage,etc.
to get the best results.
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