Treating Allergies
Allergies are back in full force! Our immune system is in overdrive, trying to remove allergens from our body with itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, and a profusion of phlegm. Acupuncture can be extremely helpful in regulating our immune response – both to strengthen it against viruses and infections, and gentle it when it overreacts to harmless substances like pollen or wheat. Limiting exposure to the offending substance decreases the allergic response, and a Neti Pot can be used to cleanse your sinus passages of pollen, dust and mold.
POINTS TOWARD HEALTH
For symptomatic relief, use your thumb or forefinger to press on these acupoints for 30-60 seconds. Stimulate points on both sides of your face, several times per day to ease your symptoms.
B2 Collect Bamboo: In the depression at the inner end of the eyebrows, directly above the inner corner of the eye. Relieves colds, sinus congestion, frontal headaches, and tired eyes.
LI 20 Welcome Fragrance: On either cheek, just outside each nostril. Relieves nasal congestion, sinus pain, facial paralysis, and facial swelling.
ST3 Great Cheekbone: Located at the bottom of the cheekbone, directly below the pupil. Relieves stuffy nose, head congestion, burning eyes, eye fatigue, and eye pressure.
