Can acupuncture help with water retention?

Why are you retaining water? Acupuncture can help reduce water retention.

The body is mostly water, distributed in blood, muscles, organs, and bones. Sometimes, the body retains too much water, causing puffiness and swelling. Fluid balance depends on the circulatory system, kidneys, hormones, and other mechanisms. Water retention occurs when these mechanisms are disrupted, leading to swelling and discomfort in areas like legs, abdomen, and face. Symptoms include swelling, skin changes, aches, joint stiffness, bloating, and weight gain. While it can indicate a health issue, acupuncture can alleviate water retention by improving blood circulation and lymphatic fluid movement. Studies show acupuncture increases blood flow, reducing water retention and inflammation.

In conclusion, acupuncture can help manage water retention by enhancing circulation and fluid movement, alleviating symptoms like swelling and discomfort. It may be worth considering as a complementary therapy.

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Understanding Eye Swelling: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Eye swelling, or periorbital puffiness, is an enlargement around the eyes affecting eyelids or the surrounding area. Causes include allergies, infections, trauma, fluid retention, and sinusitis. Symptoms are swollen eyelids, redness, itching, discharge, and blurred vision. Treatment depends on the cause, with acupuncture helping in some cases. Seek medical attention if swelling persists, vision changes, or pain intensifies.