How long can acupuncture and moxibustion lose weight

The effective time for acupuncture and moxibustion to lose weight is usually 10-30 days, which is specifically related to individual physique, weight base, living habits and other factors.

People with a small body weight base and combined diet and exercise may experience changes in body circumference within 10-15 days, mainly manifested as a decrease in waist and abdominal fat and an increase in skin tightness. People with rapid metabolism are prone to early reactions such as decreased appetite and regular defecation after acupuncture and moxibustion, and weight loss may be observed in 15-20 days for such people. Individuals with a higher body weight than the standard value require a longer period of time to adjust their endocrine and metabolic functions, typically taking 20-30 days to show stable weight loss effects. Acupuncture and moxibustion can regulate gastrointestinal peristalsis and hormone secretion by stimulating specific points, and the effect is more significant when combined with regular treatment three times a week and daily drinking water control.

During acupuncture and moxibustion, it is necessary to avoid high sugar and high-fat diet, and it is recommended to walk more than 7000 steps every day to promote energy consumption. In the early stages of treatment, there may be a brief feeling of hunger or fatigue, which is a normal metabolic adjustment phenomenon and does not require excessive concern. If there is no improvement for more than one month, it is necessary to re evaluate the acupuncture and moxibustion program or check the underlying causes such as thyroid dysfunction.