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Acupuncture, the Natural Cold and Flu Remedy
This
year there will be 1 billion colds and 95 million cases of the flu in the
United States alone. While the misery of cold and flu season might be
inevitable, one thing is changing: where we look for relief.
Acupuncture to Get Better Faster - If you have already come down
with a cold or the flu, acupuncture treatments can help relieve symptoms
you are currently experiencing including chills, fever, body aches, runny
nose, congestion, sore throat and cough. While bringing some immediate
relief, treatments will reduce the incidence of an upper respiratory tract
infection and shorten the length of the illness.
Acupuncture for Prevention - Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can
prevent colds and flu by strengthening the immune system with just a few
needles inserted into key points along the body's energy pathways.
In Oriental Medicine, disease prevention begins with a protective layer
around the exterior of the body called wei qi or defensive energy. There
are acupuncture points known for strengthening the circulation of blood and
energy and for consolidating the outer defense layers of the skin and
muscle (Wei Qi) so that germs and viruses cannot enter through them.
If you catch colds easily, have low energy and require a long time
recuperating from an illness your wei qi may be deficient.
Acupuncture Point: Du 14
One particularly important point to attend to is Du 14. Located below the
spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebrae, approximately where the
collar of a T-shirt sits on the neck.
Du 14 activates the circulation of blood and Qi to strengthen the outer
defense layers of the skin and muscle (wei qi) so that germs and viruses
cannot enter through them.
This point is often used to ward off as well as shorten the duration colds
and flu.
Seasonal acupuncture treatments just four times a year also serve to
tonify the inner organ systems and can correct minor annoyances before they
become serious problems. Call us to see how we can help you stay healthy
this season!
Staying Healthy
Seasonal
changes affect the body's environment. With wind, rain and snow comes the
colds, flus and the aches and pains that accompany them – Good lifestyle
and hygiene habits are proven to reduce your risk of getting sick.
Wash Your Hands– Studies have shown that one of the main reasons
that we catch colds and flu in cold weather is that we are indoors and in
closer vicinity to others. Protect yourself by washing your hands regularly
and try not to touch your face.
Sleep In - The Nei Ching, an ancient Chinese classic, advised people
to go to sleep early, rest well and rise late, after the sun's rays have
warmed the atmosphere a bit. This preserves your own Yang Qi for the task
of warming the body.
Stress Less - Find a release valve for your stress. According to
Chinese medicine, stress, frustration, and unresolved anger can play an
important part in throwing the immune system off and allowing pathogens to
affect the body. Find a way to relax and release stress on a daily basis.
Such methods may include yoga, meditation and exercise. Acupuncture has
been shown to be effective in the treatment of stress, anxiety and
depression.
Seasonal Tune-Up - Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can prevent
colds and flu by building up the immune system with just a few needles
inserted into key points along the body’s energy pathways. These points are
known for strengthening the circulation of blood and energy and for
consolidating the outer defense layers of the skin and muscle (wei Qi) so
that germs and viruses cannot enter through them.
Seasonal acupuncture treatments also serve to tonify the inner organ
systems and correct minor annoyances before they become serious problems.
Tai Chi & Qi gong workshop
Jiling Hu, L.Ac., O.M.D. is a Acupuncturist and Chinese
medicine practitioner who specializes in women's health and Endocrinology.
She has been practicing Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture for over 22 years.
During her own medical training she learned the value of practicing the
energy movement arts. Now she not only treats patients with her medical
expertise, but empowers them to achieve and maintain thriving good health
by teaching Taiji and Qigong.
Please Check our website at: www:mind-bodyacupuncture.com for update
workshop information
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