OBESITY
Sujok Acupuncture Is useful in obesity management. It helps improve the functioning of the spleen, stomach and kidneys .
Acupuncture also works by reducing appetite.
Removing depression and balancing the hormones.
Fat cells accumulate in the body by eating too much and having less than sufficient physical activity.
Catch obesity in childhood, this will reduce chances of high sugar, high blood pressure , high cholesterol , and stroke.
Gall bladder disease, osteoarthritis, gout, breathing problems, sleep apnea, depression, low self esteem, some times even leads to low job profiles.
People with BMI of 30 and above are considered obese.
Genetics is another factor that influences weight .Where the fat is stored and where it is distributed is also governed by hereditary factors.
Avoiding processed and fast foods, limiting alcohol, saturated fats, salt, sugar, eating enough of fruits and vegetables of different colours, whole grains, lean meat and fish, plenty of water half an hour before and after food.
Quantity of food also matters.
Once the body balance is restored by sujok the improved metabolism will process food properly .Fat or adipose tissue is mostly due to phlegm and dampness. The spleen is the root of phlegm production and is involved in transportation of body fluids. Spleen is damaged by eating too much fatty food and deficient exercise.
Dyspepsia is caused by stomach heat and poor spleen functioning. Greasy food also damages the spleen. Chee or energy stagnation causes turbid phlegm accumulation. In Emotional disturbance, menstrual issues, old and middle aged people liver is adversely affected. Kidney becomes deficient leading to exhaustion, fatigue, lower back and knee pains, shortness of breath, impotency , low libido, deep and fine pulse and a pale tongue without coasting .
Obesity needs life style changes and discipline .