Focus points to strengthen the immune system

According to the theory of Chinese medicine, we become sick when the Wei Qi (the protective qi or protective energy of our body) is weak. There are many factors in our daily life that cause the weakening of our protective qi, such as: fatigue due to lack of sufficient sleep or poor quality sleep, poor nutrition, increased stress and more. These conditions may allow external pathogens (an external pathogen in the view of Chinese medicine is equivalent to a virus or bacteria in the Western view) to penetrate the body.

During the penetration of an external pathogen into the body, it is very important to eliminate it before it enters the internal part of the body, which, as mentioned, is where it can settle and cause persistent and chronic symptoms to manifest.

There are points in acupuncture and certain Chinese herbs that aim to strengthen the protective qi (Wei Qi) and thus prevent the penetration of pathogens. The best time to strengthen the immune system is when we are not sick. In cases where the recurring illness is in the winter, it is advisable to strengthen the immune system already in the spring season before it. Usually several acupuncture treatments will be needed. However, it is sometimes necessary to combine a Chinese herbal formula in addition to acupuncture.

In acute cases, in which there is a cold, flu or other disease in the body, there are acupuncture points and other Chinese herbs, which are different from those used to prevent the disease and strengthen the immune system, which can respond in real time to the patient's body.

How does acupuncture help strengthen the immune system?

Acupuncture helps regulate the immune system and treats the root of the problem that caused the disease to develop. Chinese acupuncture does this by: reducing the symptoms of the disease, accelerating the body's healing from the infection and normalizing the body's immune response. Biochemically, this action is achieved through the stimulation of specific parts of the autonomic nervous system by the Chinese acupuncture, which will subsequently strengthen the immune system response. Acupuncture can cause an increase in interferon levels (a protein secreted by bacteria and viruses) and strengthen the immune response. Regular acupuncture treatment may be effective in treating asthma, allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, colds and infections.

Studies show that acupuncture treatments may increase the number of T cells the body produces. Immune T cells kill bacteria and viruses that attack the body. The Chinese acupuncture needles make the brain think that it is the penetration of a foreign factor (virus or bacteria). Following this, the brain instructs the release of white blood cells and T-type immune cells in order to fight the pathogen that has entered the body. The amazing part is that the high levels of immune cells remain in the blood for many days after the Chinese acupuncture treatment is over. Therefore, receiving acupuncture treatments on a regular basis may actually prevent your body from getting sick.

The immune system of the human body is a complex and very smart system. The system is able to distinguish between cells and molecules that belong to the body and cells and molecules that come from an external and foreign source, and to ensure that the system will only act against the foreign factors. The diagnosis between the body's cells and foreign cells is the basis for preventing damage to the body, but as in other organs of the body, faults or defects may be discovered in the immune system that will damage the immune mechanism, faults and defects that may weaken the system, damage its dealing with foreign factors or develop situations in which The immune system attacks the body such as autoimmune diseases, allergies and more.

Strengthening the immune system is strengthening the body's first line of defense in dealing with external factors and eliminating foreign cells and viruses that invade the body.

According to Chinese medicine, the strength of the immune system depends on the strength of certain organs in the body such as the kidneys, the spleen, but especially the lungs. When you want to strengthen the immune system, you should contact a qualified Chinese therapist who will check which organs are out of balance, so that he can bring them back into balance.

If indeed one of the organs is found to be weak and unbalanced, the therapist will strengthen the weak organ with several methods such as herbs, acupuncture, twina and more. The therapist will choose the most suitable method according to the unique situation of each patient and in many cases he will combine the different methods.

According to Chinese medicine, the human body has a system of twelve meridians through which the body's energy flows. When there is a disturbance in the flow of energy, the immune system weakens and finds it difficult to function well. There are certain acupuncture points on the meridians that strengthen the immune system and may speed up recovery processes in cases of illness.

Physical activity, especially aerobic activity that strengthens the lungs, will greatly help strengthen the immune system.

The immune system can be strengthened through proper nutrition:

It is important to enrich the daily diet with fresh fruits that contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, components that are known to strengthen the immune system.

Cooked vegetables rich in dietary fiber such as root vegetables, rich in nutrients and more, are known as foods that contribute to strengthening the immune system.

It is important to take vitamin B6. Studies prove that a lack of this vitamin may damage the function of the immune system, cause a decrease in the production of antibodies and weaken the body in the fight against viruses and other foreign factors that invade it.

An adequate level of iron is essential for maintaining the proper functioning of the system. Lack of iron can damage the body's resistance to diseases.

Foods to avoid: processed and industrialized food, dairy products, sugars and gluten. These foods encourage the creation of inflammation in the body and thus further exhaust the immune system.

To activate the points that strengthen the protective qi (immune system)?

Stomach-36

It is one of the most effective acupuncture points for strengthening the immune system. Also helps to recover from fatigue and improves the general endurance of the body.

It is also highly recommended to heat it with moxa.

Helps build protection and resources of the body and calms the spirit.

It's like injecting vitamin C into your body.

It is palm length (width of 4 fingers) below the knee joint, just outside the prominent tibia.

Spleen - 6

Reduces mental stress, especially in women.

A very effective point for strengthening the spleen and stomach - main organs of the digestive system in Chinese medicine. Stimulating the point balances the digestive system and strengthens the immune system.

Also good for improving blood, distributing moisture and relieving pain.

Calms the mind and benefits the body.

Located 4 fingers wide above the inner ankle bone. Measure from the peak of the bone.

Large Intestine - 11

Mainly good as a heat reduction point.

Also used to prevent colds and other conditions that endanger the vaccine.

The exact location is determined by the sensitivity in this area. This point can be found at the outer edge of the elbow crease.

Lung 7

It is a recommended point for relieving coughs, headaches and a stiff neck.

Although it can be used to increase your protective qi and immune system.

To locate: make a "like" with the thumb and see a dent at the base of the thumb. From there, at the distance of the width of 2 fingers up the arm, the point is located.

Good for treating headaches, relieving colds and relieving toothaches. Regulates bowel activity and soothes stomach and neck pain. This point is between the index finger and the thumb.

*Forbidden during pregnancy!

How to do acupressure correctly?

It is important to find a comfortable place and position.

All points are symmetrically located on both sides of the body.

Click on a point on both sides and then move to the next point.

The preferred order - as above.

Stomach 36

Spleen 6

Large Intestine 11

Lung 7

Large Intestine 4

Massage the points with soft, circular movements in a clockwise direction.

Yizhar Cohen tzedek

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