Initially, diets and weight loss pills may result in a loss of a few pounds, but many are so difficult or expensive to maintain that they cannot be continued. The Tapas Acupressure Technique has proven to be effective for weight loss in studies by The National Institutes of Health. Acupressure is a centuries-old technique that can be done at home. Utilizing specific pressure points can aid in weight loss.
Point GB21
Acupressure point GB21 is located on the back of the shoulder where the neck meets the shoulder (directly above the nipple line). Apply gentle pressure to this point on both sides of the shoulder for 1 minute. Initially, there will be some discomfort, but it will ease after a few moments. It may be easiest to have someone apply pressure to this point for you while you are lying on your stomach, or you will need to hold the position.
Point B1
Look in a mirror when finding this acupressure point. It is by the inside corner of your eye. Gently press on the area and rub in the direction of the bridge of the nose. Apply the pressure for 1 minute. There will, again, probably be slight discomfort when rubbing this pressure point. Rub the pressure points by both eyes in the same way.
Ying Tang
This pressure point is directly in the middle of the nose. Look in a mirror again to find it. Visualize that a line has been drawn directly down the middle of your nose. The pressure point will be slightly above the inner corner of the eyes in the middle of the nose. Pain might be experienced but continue rubbing for 1 minute. By the time the minute is over, the pain should have eased.
Point GV26
This pressure point should be easy to find but use a mirror if necessary. It is located in the indentation above the top curve of the lip and below the nostrils. Feel for the raised flesh; that is the pressure point. Apply gentle but firm downward strokes for 1 minute. Be careful not to press too hard because this tissue is sensitive and too much pressure could cause bleeding of the gums or front teeth underneath the skin.
Point CV17
Pressure point CV17 is located on the sternum, halfway between the nipple line. Find a comfortable position either sitting or laying down while applying pressure to this point. Apply firm but gentle pressure in upward strokes for 2 minutes. This area might be more sensitive to pain than some of the others, but the pain should pass after a few moments.
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