Overweight / Lose weight

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Obesity is known to be a major risk factor for atherosclerosis, diabetes and cancer. The risk of heart attack, stroke and depression is also increased in overweight people. From a TCM perspective, obesity is a form of mucus accumulation that occurs when the digestive organs are no longer working optimally. Mainly, this involves the organ energies of the stomach and spleen-pancreas. These form the earth element in TCM and they are responsible for ensuring that food is broken down optimally and that all the cells of the body can be supplied with nutrients. Furthermore, the spleen-pancreas energy is responsible for an optimal body weight, which is neither too high nor too low.

Now, however, the fact is that in the meantime we often no longer eat food, but only food. Food of today in many cases no longer has the quality of the past and is more like a filler for the body. Meat comes from animals treated with antibiotics, drugs and hormones. Vegetables and fruits are contaminated with pesticides. All of this puts our bodies to a great test. Meat that comes from factory farming has a different molecular composition of protein than animals from species-appropriate husbandry.

Meat from factory farming, for example, contains far more omega-6 than omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 is an effective anti-inflammatory in the body and is essential. In healthy meat from animals that eat hay and grass, the amount of omega-3 fatty acids is much higher than in animals fed with waste products, corn and soybeans. These are therefore much more beneficial and healthy for our body.

From the point of view of TCM, the body can break down this altered molecular structure more poorly. This is a similar effect as when food is heated with the microwave. Here, too, the molecular structure is changed and the body no longer recognizes the food. The body becomes more and more like a garbage can. The body systems lose their complexity because they are loaded with unnecessary substances that cannot be disposed of.

Cellulite, lifebuoy and beer belly are then the result and we now know that in an overweight person, the fat has a different chemical structure than in a healthy person. The fat depots are therefore often also collection points for various waste products that the body can no longer eliminate and which then permanently burden the system.

When we eat bad food, the spleen-pancreas energy is weakened, and as a result, indigestible food components are stored in the body in the form of fat. TCM calls this internal dampness and phlegm. Thus, we can state that unnatural foods can lead to obesity because they weaken digestion.

Another problem is the sugar hidden in very many foods from the supermarket. Often disguised as corn syrup. This excess of sweets leads to a further weakening of the spleen-pancreas energy, because here especially the pancreas is stressed by the constant production of insulin.

Another problem is that it is estimated that 70% of all foods now contain genetically modified organisms. What the effects of these are can only be guessed at. In any case, they are probably not beneficial to our health in the long run.

Other possible causes of obesity are nutrient deficiencies of various kinds, dysfunctional organ systems and hormonal problems. But emotional problems such as depression, exhaustion, addiction or feelings of psychological and spiritual emptiness can also be triggers for a weight problem.

The program shown here is intended for people who have developed obesity for emotional reasons. Eating in many cases becomes a substitute action to overcome emotional lows. The intention is to fill an inner void, but this can only really be filled through self-reflection.

Low self-confidence, feelings of helplessness and hopelessness are further reasons why people comfort themselves with food. However, these then become a vicious circle due to the increasing weight problem, from which it is difficult to get out again.

Of course, self-acupuncture does not replace a psychotherapist, rather it aims to strengthen the energy system where it is weakened.

It goes without saying that, in addition to a healthy, wholesome diet with organic foods, a sufficient amount of exercise is also needed. Too much has been written and researched about the positive effect of endurance and strength training on body weight and health.

From our point of view, a sensible weight loss program consists of the following points:

1.) Drink enough water (approx. 30ml/kg body weight)

Water stops the feeling of hunger and helps eliminate waste products from the body

2.) Conscious and deep abdominal breathing; 2x5 min daily

70% of physical detoxification happen through exhalation. That is why deep breathing is so important. The more we are in aerobic, that is, in excess oxygen, the more the body can burn fat (=oxidize). Oxidize means to metabolize something with oxygen.

3.) Aerobic endurance training

Moderate endurance training in a low pulse range, where the body is in excess oxygen, is important for activating fat burning. Once fat burning is active, it continues to function for many hours after training.

4.) Exercise in the fresh air for at least 30 minutes a day

To harmonize ourselves emotionally we need nature. Sun, fresh air, the earth beneath us, trees, mountains, consciously perceiving all these natural beauties helps us to become more content and happy.

5.) Moderate strength training

Fat is burned by the activity of muscles. Therefore, it is advantageous if the muscle mass in the body increases. The more muscle mass someone has, the higher their basal metabolic rate. That is, the more energy is burned even at rest. That is why it is now common knowledge that strength training is also part of a good weight loss program.

6.) Eat natural and whole foods.

This is about using organic food, which should be obtained as locally as possible. Meat from species-appropriate husbandry, organically grown vegetables and fruits. Grains, nuts and good fats should be on the menu every day.

7.) Self acupuncture once a day

TCM has for thousands of years the knowledge of how to strengthen and heal the organs of the body and the mind. We make use of this knowledge and thus manage to significantly improve health through a few points and a few minutes of time.

A vital and healthy body manages to reach its normal weight more easily than when it is burdened by toxins and poor digestion.

GV 20 The so-called heavenly pass is an effective relaxation point on the mental level. Figuratively speaking, it connects us with something higher. The point balances psychologically and makes emotionally more stable. It helps with a feeling of inner emptiness and depression.

Ht 07 This point is called "Shen men" in Chinese. This means "Divine Gate". It is the acupuncture point with the strongest effect on our psyche. Through this point we relax our Shen, this is our consciousness, also called spirit, which is located in the heart. This helps us to calm down mentally and to get off the merry-go-round of negative thoughts more easily.

HK06 this point supports the He07 point and has a balancing effect on the psychological situation. In addition, it also has a strengthening effect on the digestive organs.

Mp 06 This point strengthens the spleen-pancreas energy and ensures good digestion and thus a regulation of body weight towards normal weight. If the spleen energy is strong, the body can absorb nutrients optimally and eliminate unnecessary more easily.

Ma36 The point stomach 36 belongs to the most important 3 acupuncture points at all. It is a point that has so many effects that I could write a whole page about it. I recommend you to learn this point by heart. You can really use it every day. It strengthens your digestive energy and when it is strong, you have a lot of energy potential available.

You see 3 of these points act on the psyche and 2 on the digestive organs. Thus, you have a holistic program that addresses both body and mind.