Massage has no side effects and has significant therapeutic effects, which is loved by many people who want to lose weight. Regularly massaging the following 4 commonly used acupoints can be as effective as taking certain weight-loss drugs, and acupoint massage for weight loss does not cause much harm to the body compared to dieting.
1: Shangwan Acupoint
Location: 5 inches above the navel, in the upper part of the stomach.
The main effect of the Shangwan acupoint is to stimulate intestinal peristalsis. Regularly stimulating this acupoint is the best way to protect the esophagus, avoid fast eating, prevent food accumulation in the stomach, and prevent indigestion, which can lead to weight gain.
Massage method: Close the index finger and middle finger together and massage the Shangwan acupoint in a clockwise direction for 3 minutes to achieve the purpose of stimulating the acupoint. You can press this acupoint whenever you have free time.
2: Tianshu Acupoint
Location: Three fingers wide on both sides of the navel.
Massage this acupoint has obvious dual effects on regulating the intestines. It can both stop diarrhea and promote bowel movements. Long-term maintenance and massage of this acupoint can ensure intestinal health, eliminate long-term accumulated feces in the intestines, and easily get rid of the fat accumulated in the abdomen.
Massage method: Before going to bed, use the fingertips of both hands to massage the Tianshu acupoint by circling it 50-100 times, repeating it once in a counterclockwise direction and once in a clockwise direction.
3: Zusanli Acupoint
Location: Three inches below the kneecap, on the lateral side of the tibia, about one finger-width away.
Massaging this acupoint can promote meridian circulation, dispel wind and eliminate dampness, and eliminate swelling in the lower legs, making the calves slim and slender.
Massage method: Use the thumb to press.
4: Chengshan Acupoint
Location: Chengshan acupoint is located in the middle of the back of the calf. When the calf is stretched or the heel is raised, a sharp angle and depression appear below the calf.
Massaging this acupoint can eliminate the fat on the calves and tighten the calf muscles, significantly improving the appearance of the calves.
Massage method: Use the thumb joint to press.
