Weight problems can be aided with a variety of natural and alternative treatments, lifestyle change, and dietary modifications. It is not a simple condition in many cases, however, which is partially why there are so many fad diets and fad weight loss programs. Weight issues can be attributed to addictions, psychological issues such as depression, thyroid issues, and poor lifestyle and dietary choices.
Effective weight loss programs require both individual involvement in their life and proper diagnosis of underlying issues. Chinese Medicine excels at looking at the whole person and their range of conditions. For this reason acupuncture, Chinese herbal formulas, and other eastern based techniques very often lead to excellent results.
Controlling your weight is far more than a cosmetic issue, obesity increases your risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, arthritis and certain types of cancer. Even losing 5% or more of your weight can create very positive changes in your current health and the avoidance of significant issues in the future.
Below you will find some more of the common alternative treatment options including those from a Chinese Medicine perspective.