??"The lungs control the minds of the whole body" - the breath of life prepared by acupuncture and moxibustion

We breathe casually every day.
However, how conscious are you that each breath produces and circulates the "qi" of the whole body and supports life?
In Oriental medicine,The lungs are said to be "in charge of the body's mind".
In other words, the lungs play a central role in the production, regulation, and circulation of qi throughout the body.

? Lungs and Soki: A place to nurture the energy of life

The lungs areIt inhales fresh air from the outside world and combines it with the subtleties of food and drink carried from the spleen and stomach to produce "soki".
This sect energy is stored in the chest and supports the breathing, heartbeat, voice power, and the circulation of qi and blood, which is exactly the "energy of life".
If the spirit is full, the breath is deep, the voice is clear, and the mind and body are full of vitality.
Conversely, if there is a lack of Zongqi, shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness of voice, and weakened immunity will appear.

? The role of acupuncture and moxibustion: Adjusting qi through the lung meridian

In acupuncture, acupuncture points belonging to the "hand Taiyin Lung Meridian" are used to enhance the function of the lungs.

For example:
- Chufu：
For chest congestion and coughing. It helps the lungs to promote their work.
- Shakutaku：
For acute symptoms of the respiratory tract. It promotes the purification of lung qi.
- Taien:
It replenishes the spirit qi and regulates breathing and heartbeat.

By stimulating these pressure points, you can regulate the flow of qi in the lungs and aid in the production and circulation of qi.
In addition, for modern people who tend to breathe shallowly, acupuncture can be a quiet help to regain "qi breathing".
By increasing the flexibility of the rib cage and promoting the movement of the diaphragm, natural deep breathing is created and the lungs are restored to strength.

? Seasonal health and lung qi

Autumn is also known as the "lung season", and dryness and cold can easily disturb the qi in the lungs.
During this period, white foods (lotus root, lily root, pear, etc.), warm breathing techniques, and acupuncture are the best ways to protect the qi of the lungs.