Allergy

Acupuncture and herbal medicine can effectively relieve allergies by reducing inflammation, strengthening the immune system, and balancing the body's response to allergens. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), allergies are often linked to Wei Qi (defensive energy) deficiency, Lung Qi weakness, and Liver imbalances.

How Acupuncture Helps Allergies

1. Reduces Inflammation & Immune Overreaction

• Modulates the immune system, decreasing hypersensitivity to allergens.
  
  

• Lowers levels of histamine, reducing symptoms like sneezing, itching, and swelling.
  
  

• Helps manage seasonal allergies (hay fever), asthma, and sinus congestion.
  
  

2. Opens the Sinuses & Clears Nasal Congestion

• Stimulates blood circulation in the nasal passages, reducing inflammation.
  
  

• Drains excess mucus and clears blocked sinuses.
  
  

• Relieves symptoms of allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, and chronic nasal congestion.
  
  

3. Strengthens Lung Qi & Wei Qi (Immune Defense)

• Supports the Lung and Spleen meridians, which play a key role in immune function.
  
  

• Enhances Wei Qi (defensive energy) to prevent allergy flare-ups.
  
  

• Helps people with chronic allergies, asthma, and respiratory infections.
  
  

4. Calms the Nervous System & Reduces Stress-Triggered Allergies

• Lowers cortisol (stress hormone), which can worsen allergy symptoms.
  
  

• Regulates the Liver and Spleen Qi, balancing the body's immune response.
  
  

• Helps with stress-induced hives, eczema, and asthma attacks.
  
  

Best Acupuncture Points for Allergy Relief

1. LI20 (Ying Xiang) – Opens sinuses, relieves nasal congestion.
   
   

2. LI4 (He Gu) – Boosts immunity, clears sinus inflammation.
   
   

3. LU7 (Lie Que) – Strengthens Lung Qi, helps with asthma and breathing issues.
   
   

4. ST36 (Zu San Li) – Strengthens digestion, reduces phlegm buildup.
   
   

5. SP6 (San Yin Jiao) – Supports immune balance and reduces inflammation.
   
   

Recommended Treatment Plan

• Acupuncture: 2-3 times per week during allergy season, then weekly for maintenance.
  
  

• Herbs: Customized formulas based on symptoms and constitution (teas, powders, or capsules).
  
  

• Diet & Lifestyle: Avoid inflammatory foods, eat warm, nourishing meals, and practice stress reduction.