Acupuncture to Treat Weight Loss Near You in Westport, CT

If you are trying to lose weight, you probably already know it can be a very frustrating journey. You may begin with good intentions but after a few weeks, you go back to your usual eating patterns.  You may not know this, but many people have found weight loss success by using acupuncture. If you live near the Westport, CT, area, you will be glad to learn our team at Westport Chiropractic and Acupuncture includes certified acupuncturists ready to help. 

Acupuncture is an ancient medical practice that utilizes the insertion of thin needles into your body. This practice begun in China, where they believe all the energy of the body runs in channels, including pain. When acupuncture needles are placed at strategic sites (meridians) it is believed the needles block painful energy while allowing the flow of healthy energy. The overall goal is to restore normal energy flow to the body. 

Acupuncture to Help You Lose Weight 

Many people are aware of the benefits of acupuncture to relieve pain, but not aware of the use of acupuncture for weight loss. According to Medical News Today, acupuncture can influence parts of the brain and help with weight loss. A study done in Japan reported that acupuncture in the ear altered the level of ghrelin, a hormone in the gastrointestinal system which typically increases hunger. By lowering that hormone, patients can limit their feelings of hunger.

When you come to our acupuncture clinic, you may be worried about the needles. However, they are very small and do not cause a lot of distress. Our team may also offer you a treatment with lasers, or electronic stimulation. The kinds of treatments that you will need depends on your overall medical condition.

Call Us Today for Your Appointment 

Whether you’re looking for acupuncture services, or you need chiropractic care for injuries from a car accident, our team is ready to help you. Here at Westport Chiropractic and Acupuncture, we have been serving clients in the Westport, CT, area since 1985. Call us for an appointment today and start your journey to better health.