Acupressure to Fight the Flu
The ancient healing art of
acupressure, developed in
Asia more than 5,000 years ago, works as a form of complementary medicine by relieving pain, increasing circulation, and reducing tension.
The effectiveness of this alternative healing method works by manipulating the muscles at specific points to release negative energy and toxins, thereby increasing the body’s overall health. Like acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine considers these key points as the access points to the body’s life force, known as Qi.
Because we live in such a fast-paced society, the tendency to overextend ourselves to the point of exhaustion is quite common. This can work against maintaining your body’s optimum health because any type of energy imbalance weakens your immune system, making you more susceptible to common illnesses.
Colds and flus originate in the nose and throat when your system is too exhausted to ward off attacks. Temperature, moisture and acidity are major factors that create a perfect breeding ground for the viruses.
Acupressure rouses the chemicals in the pressure points and encourages the body to expel toxins like the cold and flu virus. It helps restore the balance and increase the power of your immune system to fight diseases.