When colds or flu strike, they can stop us in our tracks and have us out of commission for days. Over-the-counter cold and flu medication is not always helpful, and bearing the discomfort and stress of illness is never easy. Fortunately, acupuncture can help; below are three things to know about treating colds and flu with acupuncture.

3 Things to Know About Treating Colds & Flu With Acupuncture

1. Acupuncture Can Boost the Immune System

The immune system is the strongest defense we have against colds and flu. The key to effectively fending off illness or reducing symptoms is to ensure our immune systems are working their best. Acupuncture is thought to raise the levels of specific hormones that support the immune system, which means that acupuncture may actually strengthen the body's natural illness-fighting capabilities.

2. Activating Certain Pressure Points Can Relieve Symptoms

It's no secret that cold and flu symptoms can be brutal. Congestion, chills, fever, body aches, nausea…there is seemingly no end to the ways these illnesses can make us miserable. But when you get acupuncture, certain pressure points in the body are activated with the insertion of tiny needles. These points can alleviate specific symptoms; for instance, a point near the junction of the nose and eye has been known to lessen the effects of congestion, eye pain, and headaches.

3. Acupuncture Provides Preventative Care as Well as Treatment

You don't have to wait until a cold or flu hits to take full advantage of the benefits acupuncture provides. In fact, regular sessions are an excellent form of preventative care, bolstering the immune system and helping ward off illness. You might also be saving some money as well; prescription drug costs can easily become unmanageable, but with acupuncture keeping you hale and hearty, you won't need to spend your hard-earned money on unnecessary meds.

For over two decades, acupuncturist Marie Gonzales, L.Ac., has been serving clients throughout the Nyack, New York, area. Schedule an acupuncture treatment right away to start reclaiming your health and putting you mind, body, and spirit into better balance. Contact Marie by calling (845) 398-1312 or visiting her website today.