Has Anyone Ever Tried Acupuncture to Lose Weight?
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While eating healthy is the best way to lose weight, acupuncture does help with reducing the appetite and stress/anxiety related to over eating.  I'm a Licensed Acupuncturist and recently did advanced training in China.  In the hospital I studied, they treated many patients for weight loss with good success, and most of the patients had treatments at least three times a week.
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I only have anecdotal evidence. I've been treated with accupuncture for back & shoulder pain, and for a persistent numbness in my thigh. It has done absolutely nothing for me and, although single treatments are usually not very expensive, the costs can add up over time. \n\nWith respect to the thigh problem: I described it to several accupuncturists, who then treated me by sticking needles in various places. Nothing. The numbness never went away. I went to a Western MD who suggested that I stretch my leg a certain way and exercise it. That works. The numbness comes back, but the only person who treated me honestly, forthrightly, and with real attention to the condition was a regular old doctor.\n\nIf you're susceptible to suggestion and psychological manipulation, have lots of money, and want to get really anxious about someone sticking needles in you (though I admit, the pain is USUALLY slight or nonexistant), then I'd try it. If you want to get better, I'd go to an MD.
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Ear stapling for weight loss involves inserting a staple in the ear (to mimic a stomach acupuncture point).  I have no idea how this gimmick actually caught on, but there is no scientific research that proves it actually works. Some experts insist that any weight loss as a consequence of ear stapling is merely placebo.  \n\nMy advice is stick to a good diet and exercise and leave your ears alone if you're truly interested in losing weight.
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A girl I used to work with did the LA Weight loss thing for a while.  One bad thing is that it's really expensive, and you have to buy their food which consists of bars and some kind of drink mix.  I believe you also get to eat real food.  If you have the money and the willingness to stick with it I think it works cause she was losing weight, but then she stopped doing it cause she thought it was too hard.
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In the beginning yes\n\nI have a friend went vegetarian and he lost a lot of weight.  Has kept it off too.
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Green tea as a whole is a mirraculous when taken as a natural remedy for weight loss..I can state that firmly ,because of my own experience. I have now absolutely normal weight and tight figure,just because of a moderate diet and excercising( mostly walking) and daily intake of minimum 3 cups of Green tea. Depend on the pills,I would strongly recommend you to seek for the Pu-erh tea ( it's called also Red tea) and is also one of the best solution for weight loss..there are also available Ru-erh tea in capsules,which work fine..Take care..Best of luck !!
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Yes It worked - and it was wonderful - It does take a lot of discipline but you see the weight coming off and it makes you feel soooo good- The nutrients they sell ( I think thats how they make their money) are what gets you going and fill in where you miss food.\nI used to weigh 149 when I went on it - and I weighed 116 when I was done - I did it in 4 months and it stayed off for a while- Of course if you dont make your diet a habit, you will gain the weight back slowly- I weigh 135 now ( 7 years later).\nYou should try it - Good luck
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Not tried it.  Look at studies:\n\nWhite Kidney Bean Extract Induces Weight Loss\nKEARNY, N.J.--Phase 2, a concentrated starch neutralizer extracted from the white kidney bean, proved effective for weight loss, according to final results of a clinical trial released by Pharmachem Laboratories Inc. on Dec. 10. The study, which the company noted is being considered for publication, involved 50 subjects who were randomly assigned to receive Phase 2 or placebo for eight weeks. Subjects taking Phase 2 lost an average of 3.8 pounds, which was approximately 200-percent more than the loss experienced in the placebo group, according to the company (www.pharmachemlabs.com). And, subjects taking Phase 2 also lost 1.5 inches from their waists, which was 43-percent more than the reduction seen in the placebo group. \n\n"One of the most surprising results of the study was the impact that the starch neutralizer had on triglycerides, a form of bad cholesterol," said Jay Udani, M.D., medical director of the Integrative Medicine Program at Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles. "There was a dramatic 26-point drop in triglyceride levels, on average, for patients taking the starch neutralizer, while those on placebo averaged only an 8-point drop in triglyceride levels."
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There is a program called ShapeWorks its found on www.differentu.com and the products are all natural. There are some diet pills in the program but the best part is you personalize your own program to fit your needs. They have Nutritional shake mixes, protein bars/drinks, other snacks and things of that nature to help you lose weight. They also have a number of herbal teas that promote weight loss. I know they work because I take them and in my first week I lost 8 lbs and in one month I lost 20 lbs and thats without exercise!!! NO JOKE. So check it out and see what you think. God bless you and I wish you the best in your decision.
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I've been taking it and have not noticed any weight loss, but I don't take it regularly.  I also take green tea pills, chromium picolate (SP?) and was taking Hoodia.  No real loss or changes.  I did hear a doctor on tv saying that everyone, everyone should take a multi and a fish oil. \n\nI have experienced weight loss by cutting back on beer (my vacation and de-stresser) and eating 1/2 a grapefruit every day, plus fresh lemon juice in my water.\n\nAs far as depression...talk to your doctor.  I know everyone says that, but do it.  Talk to him about weight loss too.  If he says to change your diet..and nothing else, see another doctor.  LOTS of folks have depression.  LOTS.  Your doctor has heard it many times and won't think you are a nut for saying it.  There are lots of meds for it, so you have options.
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Yes, hypnosis can be very effective in helping people both lose and manage their weight.\n\nWorking with a hypnotherapist can help you address the most important factors for permanent weight loss: healthy eating, motivation to exercise, portion control, and identifying and removing triggers that may cause "emotional eating."\n\nI found a great story from ABC titled "More Dieters Turning to Hypnosis." The link to this article is provided below:
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Yes..But Don't!\n\nCheck with your doctor before starting any weight loss program.\n\nI tried Hoodia and......\nHoodia has worked for me...and with no side effects. \n\nFor all you doubters, here is the prior feedback for another Answers user who followed my advice:\n\nAsker's Rating: *****\nvery good comment i lost 2 lbs in a week\ni think i can almost get in my leather dress, i can hit the town in no time \n\n\n**** VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO GET RIPPED OFF --- \n\n#1. Be sure you are buying pure Hoodia...look for the import certificate on the website. No matter the price, if they do not display this, you really do NOT know what you are getting!\n\n#2. Be sure it is 100% Hoodia & not mixed w/other herbs, etc.!!\n\n#3. Keep in mind it stops your hunger pangs…you MUST remember to break your habit to always eat at certain times.\n\n#4. Drink a full 8oz. glass of water with it!\n\n\nYou can read a good article about how it works at:\n\nhttp://www.hoodia-diets.info/hoodia-diet-capsules.htm\nhttp://www.hoodia-diets.info/hoodia-gordonii-diet-use.htm\nhttp://www.hoodia-diets.info\nhttp://hoodia-research.blogspot.com\nhttp://www.san-diego-plastic-surgery-cosmetic-surgery-doctors.us/\nhttp://www.san-diego-dentist.us/\nhttp://www.medical-research-study-directory.info/san-diego-medical-research-study.htm\nhttp://www.las-vegas-nevada-lawyer-attorney-legal-injury-defense-directory.com\nhttp://www.san-francisco-oakland-bay-area-lawyers-attorneys-directory.com/\nhttp://www.san-diego-lawyer-attorney-personal-injury-dui-car-immigration.info/
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I had it a while back, you do lose like 20 inches, but bear in mind these inches add up to like 1/4 of inch here and 1/3 of an inch there, they mark about 20 parts of your body.  Must admit, I did feel cleansed and lighter after it and if you detox for about 3 days after you do lose more.\nIt works for a quick fix or as a kick start of a diet.\nPointless if you do wot my mate did........went into the chippie next door to the salon after having one!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Nope,\n\nI lose weight by not eating anything.
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I find that accupuncture is a niche therapy. Some of my patients love it and say it's a life saver for them, others say it didn't do a darn thing. There just doesn't seem to be a middle ground. I personally have not attempted accupuncture but would not rule it out as a possible form of therapy. All I can say is try it, if it works for you, great.
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In the 5 years I have been treating patients, and the 15 years my father has been treating patients via non-surgical methods, I have yet come across anything that yet works. \n\nI have read a few cases in which acupuncture has helped, but it hasn't worked on any of my patients.  \n\nIf you find the answer, let me know.
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No, but it will help you to gain muscle mass.\nThe only way to lose weight is to expend more calories than you take in, and this can only be accomplished with diet and/or exercise.