Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a medicine-free way of providing relief from a variety of ailments and for improving health overall. It is used by thousands of people around the world, and has been a mainstay of Traditional Chinese Medicine for hundreds of years.
Did you know that it even has beneficial effects on aging and anti-aging properties when used correctly? Find out how you could slow down the aging process for your body with acupuncture.
1 – Skin Tightening
The skin can lose its elasticity over time and this leaves the skin looking old and tired. Wrinkles form and if you have a certain genetic type or if you live in harsh climates, you can find yourself looking older than you actually are.
Collagen production is the cause of skin losing its tightness as old age causes collagen to be produced in smaller quantities, so to counteract this, the micro trauma caused by the acupuncture needles can actually stimulate collagen production, helping the skin to look more youthful. Continue reading
While some are still skeptical of the benefits of acupuncture for health benefits, there are actually many studies that show that it is indeed an effective means for treating a number of health conditions.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends acupuncture only for: tension related headaches, migraine, and severe lower back pains.
The World Health Organization United Nations deems these conditions appropriate for acupuncture:
Digestive
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Hyperacidity
- Indigestion
