Weight Loss

Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight involves more than calorie counting — it requires a body that metabolises food efficiently, manages stress hormones effectively, and maintains balanced energy throughout the day. Acupuncture supports weight management by addressing the underlying imbalances that contribute to weight gain, including sluggish metabolism, poor digestion, fluid retention, hormonal disruption, and stress-driven eating.

In TCM, excess weight is often attributed to Spleen Qi deficiency (leading to poor digestion and fluid accumulation) or Liver Qi stagnation (associated with emotional eating and hormonal imbalance). Acupuncture treatment targets these patterns to improve digestive efficiency, reduce water retention, regulate appetite, and support the body's natural fat metabolism. Auricular (ear) acupuncture points are frequently included to help manage cravings and emotional eating.

Chinese herbal teas and formulas can complement acupuncture by supporting detoxification, boosting metabolism, and improving digestive function. Josephine prescribes herbal blends tailored to your constitution — for example, herbs that clear dampness and phlegm for patients with fluid retention, or herbs that soothe the Liver and calm the mind for stress-related weight gain.

A holistic weight management plan also includes dietary recommendations based on TCM principles. This is not about restrictive dieting but about choosing foods that support your body's digestive fire and reduce the accumulation of dampness. Combined with regular acupuncture sessions, many patients experience gradual, sustainable weight changes alongside improvements in energy, mood, and digestion.