6 Best Acupressure Points For Weight Loss

The concept of Acupressure involves the flow of life energy through ‘meridians’ in our body. When it comes to the Acupressure treatment, physical pressure is applied on the pressure points (selective areas of our body) with the aim of getting relieved from the pain (problem). You may use hand, elbow or various devices with soft edges for applying pressure.

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Ear Point

This particular point in your ear helps in controlling your appetite. Simply, place your thumb against the jaw of your ear and move it up and down. While doing so, you’ll be able to locate the point where there is maximum movement. Once you’ve found it, stop your finger there and press the point for at least a minute.

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Abdomen Point

You can find this particular point in your abdomen region exactly 3cm down from the belly button. In the below figure, you can clearly see the ‘Ren 6‘ mark, which is called as the Abdomen point. This special point improves the function of your digestive system as well as to reduce constipation, which is why it is one of the best acupressure points to lose weight. All you need to do is to place your two fingers on the point (Ren 6) and massage the area with up-down motion for at least a minute and then press the point for another 2 minutes. Doing this routine twice a day will give you better weight loss results.

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Abdominal Sorrow Point

This point, which is located under the last rib helps in relieving from ulcers, indigestion and rib pain. It also balances your appetite so that you don’t get food cravings more often. You’ll need to press this abdominal sorrow point for at least 5 minutes everyday in order to achieve the best results.

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Elbow Point

On the inner side of your elbow crease, you’ll find the large intestine point which is located towards the end. This acupressure point helps in stimulating the function of your intestine. It simply removes excess body heat and unwanted moisture that is present in your body. Use your thumb and press this elbow point, at least for a minute every day to achieve better weight loss results.

Knee Point

This acupressure point improves your digestion and helps in smooth functioning of your stomach. You can find the knee point on the outer side of your leg (left or right) just 2 inches below the knee cap. Using your forefinger, apply the pressure on this point for at least 1 minute. After the minute was completed, with your finger on the pressure point, move your foot up and down and you’ll feel the movement of your muscle. That is the perfect spot! By staying in that position, press the point for another 2 minutes.

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Ankle Point

This acupressure point is basically meant for the spleen, but it also helps in strengthening your digestive system. You can find this ankle point just 2 inches above your ankle, on the inner of your leg (left and right).By pressing this point regularly, you can improve the function of your digestive system. Press this point for at least a minute everyday to lose weight effectively. That’s all Friends! By following these acupressure techniques regularly, you’ll be able to improve or balance your digestive system and at the same time control your appetite. So simple, isn’t it! What are you waiting for? Start your weight loss journey immediately with these six most effective acupressure points.