Boost Immune System by Acupuncture
Although they are invisible to the naked eye, we are exposed to millions upon millions of germs. Bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa are found on nearly every surface, including doorknobs, furniture, office supplies, phones, remote controls, and even the food we eat. Thankfully, most of these germs are harmless and pose no direct threat to our health, but others aim to cause infection and illness. However, you can safeguard yourself against these foreign invaders by utilising the Lu 7 and St 36 acupuncture points.
Location of Lu-7 to treat bodily infections while subsequently boost the immune system
Lu 7 to Boost Immune System
The Lu 7 (also known as the Lieque 7 or Lung 7) is an acupuncture point commonly used to treat human infections while subsequently boosting the immune system. To locate it, form a “thumbs up” gesture with your hand and look for the small crease in your skin at the base of your thumb. The Lu 7 acupuncture point is found roughly two finger-lengths up the wrist from this crease. It’s most easily identified by feeling around this area of your wrist for a mental depression at the bottom of two tendons.
Lu 7 is known to offer relief of the following symptoms:
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
- Nasal congestion
- Chest congestion
- Body aches
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle cramps
ST 36 to Boost Immune System
The St 36 (also known as Zusanli, Leg Three Mile or Stomach 36) is another powerful immune-boosting acupuncture point.
The St 36 (also known as Zusanli, Leg Three Mile or Stomach 36) is another powerful immune-boosting acupuncture point. Don’t let its name fool you into thinking it’s located on the stomach, though. St 36 is located on the underside of the leg, directly behind and below the patella.
St 36 receives its namesake for the symptoms it’s used to treat. While Lu 7 focuses on cold and fever-like symptoms, St 36 is used more digestive problems.
Lu 7 is known to offer relief of the following symptoms:
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Acid reflux
- Heartburn
- Gas
- Low energy
How Lu 7 and St 36 Can Improve Immune System Function
The human body’s built-in mechanism for defending against germs and foreign invaders is the immune system. This complex system is comprised of a variety of different white blood cells, such as neutrophils, eosinophils, monocytes and basophils, that actively seek out and neutralise harmful germs. Acupuncture treatments using the Lu 7 and St 36 stimulate the immune system, so it produces more of these “fighters,” which keeps us healthy while protecting against disease and illness.
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