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Weight Loss suppresses the desire to binge. For those who really struggle with cravings while dieting, auriculotherapy is a wonderful addition to a weight-loss regimen. Patients report a decrease in appetite, an increase in satiety (fullness) while eating. To lose weight all one has to do is eat less than the body requires as fuel and they will lose weight. But eating less can be an excruciating challenge. For centuries the Chinese have known that the ear a complete Microsystem of the human body with acupuncture points controlling many body functions-- especially the appetites. Auriculotherapy has proved to be a natural and effective way to control food cravings. Stimulating ear acupuncture points regulates insulin levels. Studies have proved that high levels of insulin lower blood glucose levels, a situation which makes you feel hungry faster. This in turn tends to increase cravings for food, especially sweet and starchy foods. Also, excess insulin results in creation and storage of fat in the body. Treatment of specific acupuncture points on the ear will stabilize insulin levels, which reduces cravings and promote weight loss by reducing the fat storage cells. By treating specific points on the ear we are also able to help reduce stress and tension and promote proper hormone regulation. This is turn helps control food cravings. Auriculotherapy has been found to trigger a release of endorphins, which create a feeling of well-being. Very often, food cravings are due to mood disorders and depression. When you feel good, you are less likely to crave food. Auriculotherapy also speeds up the brains ability to recognize that the stomach is filling up with food. Auriculotherapy is performed by the doctor using the Stim-Flex 400A which is the most advanced equipment in the field. The machine finds acupuncture points on the ear, which increases the effectiveness of the treatment. Most patients do not find the procedure to be painful.
COST
The complete weight loss package is two treatments per week for four weeks. The cost is $395. Treatments after the program is completed are $45 per visit. If you choose not to take the weight loss package the first treatment is $125 and then $45 thereafter. With this method you can choose how long you want treatment. Typically treatments last for 20 minutes. Both ears are treated and 5-7 points are treated on each ear. After a month of treatment patients are doing rather well and the effects of treatment last for weeks to months. When the patient feels that their cravings or appetite are returning, typically 1-2 treatments is all that is needed to maintain weight loss and decrease the food carvings.
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