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Who Is Suitable for TCM Weight Loss?
If you belong to one of the 4 groups, you might want to pay attention to how you manage your lifestyle and habits.
1. Insomnia
Insomnia causes hormonal imbalances, leading to a decreased metabolism and, therefore at risk for obesity. In this case, it is best to change your sleeping habits and refrain from eating past 10:00 PM. It is also recommended to check your sleeping environment to get optimal 7-9 hours of sleep.
2. Irregular cycle
Irregular menstrual cycles cause hormonal imbalances, leading to risks of obesity. Aside from seeking professional help, it is also recommended to watch your sugar and carb intake before and after your period.
3. Gluttony
Those who have no control over eating or snacking in between meals need to pay extra attention to their extra calorie intake. It is recommended to put all foods into your plate and to control your portions at 2:1:1, such as vegetables, protein, and carbs.
4. Water retention
Those with water retention, also known as edema, will often accumulate water near their abdomen. This is especially prone to people who sit for long periods, those who eat out, and those who often wear heels. In this case, aside from drinking lots of water and exercising, it is also recommended to avoid food with too much sodium.
TCM Dedoction Treatment
There are a variety of different Chinese medicine treatments, such as decocted medicine, pills, ointments, and much more. Doctors will evaluate your physical state and arrange a concoction of medication suitable for you. This is also a firm reminder that you should not use any medicine that isn’t approved by a doctor or a professional institution to avoid unnecessary harm to your body.
Once the TCM doctor finishes the assessment, common acupoint massages are divided into these parts:
Common Acupoint Massage Types:
🔸Yang deficiency edema type: Fenglong, Zusanli, Yinlingquan acupoint
🔸Liver qi stagnation type: Taichong, Sanyingjiao acupoint
For more information on acupoint massages and weight loss, you could book a consultation with a TCM doctor right away!