A study by Sui et. al. in Obesity Reviews concludes that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are “more effective than placebo or lifestyle modification in reducing body weight.” The researchers note that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine have fewer side effects than the pharmaceutical obesity medications including fenfluramine yet the acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine demonstrate similar efficacy.The authors note that, “The use of western anti-obesity drugs has been limited by side effects including mood changes, suicidal thoughts, and gastrointestinal or cardiovascular complications. The effectiveness and safety of traditional Chinese medicine including Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) and acupuncture provide an alternative established therapy for this medical challenge."
As a service to you, we find out whether or not your health insurance covers acupuncture and when it does we bill your insurance. There are plans that cover it, some pay for unlimited visits. Why not be healthier? That's what the insurance company realizes - preventing surgeries, the use of expensive pain killers, and your having to have medical procedures saves them (and you!) money. And even preventing the common cold saves your employer money.
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