Weight loss has always been a difficult problem for many people, traditional methods such as dieting and using weight loss products often have minimal effect. Against this background, moxibustion for weight loss as an alternative method is gradually gaining attention. Moxibustion, one of the three major traditional Chinese medicine therapies along with acupuncture and herbal medicine, has the unique ability to delve into the muscle texture with pure Yang energy, sometimes even surpassing acupuncture and herbal medicine in effectiveness. The key lies in precise selection of acupoints. Here are several moxibustion acupoints beneficial for female weight loss and beauty, for reference.
Firstly, the “Sanyinjiao acupoint” located on the inner side of the lower leg, adjacent to the inner ankle, is connected to the spleen, liver, and kidney meridians. It is particularly effective in regulating women’s blood and Qi disharmony, relieving skin dryness and dull complexion caused by blood deficiency, dark circles and acne from stagnant blood, as well as oily skin and mood swings caused by blood heat.
Next is the “Zusanli acupoint” on the outer side of the lower leg, which plays a positive role in improving skin complexion, controlling appetite for maintaining weight loss results, and promoting breast health.
Moving on, the “Guanyuan acupoint” located at the center of the lower abdomen is effective in treating uterine deficiency cold, lower back pain, and cold-induced dysmenorrhea.
The “Shenque acupoint,” the navel, is an important acupoint for balancing viscera and harmonizing Yin and Yang. Moxibustion on this point helps with anti-aging, reducing edema, and relieving female uterine cold issues.
The “Mingmen acupoint” located in the center of the lower back is crucial for overall Yang Qi and is important for both men and women. It can alleviate symptoms such as weak lower back and knees, edema, and its function can be enhanced through moxibustion or palm massage.
The “Zhongwan acupoint” in the upper abdomen is a versatile key for spleen and stomach issues, long-term moxibustion can help improve skin flaws.
The “Yongquan acupoint” on the sole of the foot, when frequently moxibusted, can assist in sleep and indirectly promote skin health.
Lastly, the “Dazhui acupoint” in the neck, moxibustion at this point can prevent colds, relieve shoulder and neck discomfort, and treat acne.
The scientific principle behind moxibustion for weight loss lies in the multiple effects of heat generation: expanding pores to facilitate drug penetration, accelerating cell metabolism, strengthening therapeutic effects through Chinese herbal ingredients, and rapidly promoting meridian circulation through heat and herbal power. Moxibustion can also stimulate the self-regulation ability of acupoints, producing a bidirectional regulatory effect on different symptoms, such as improving constipation and diarrhea simultaneously. After moxibustion, there may be sensations of heat transfer and various non-heat responses, all of which are normal reactions indicating the effectiveness of moxibustion.
In conclusion, moxibustion for weight loss is not only a gentle method for slimming down, but also a way to balance the body and mind. By activating the body’s inherent potential, it achieves the goal of natural weight loss and beauty.
