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Suffer from the Seasonal Sniffles? <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Allergies. An ever-present nuisance to some\u2014and a debilitating condition for others. Allergies can emerge in Springtime and vanish by early summer, but for many, they’re present nearly year round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many Americans have grown accustomed to taking antihistamines daily, which may seem harmless. And sometimes, it’s absolutely necessary (always work with a healthcare professional if you have questions about your specific circumstances). However, a number of people aren’t familiar with some of the side effects involved with antihistamines (not to mention the fillers and additives in most over-the-counter formulas!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking for some safe, effective, natural remedies for pesky seasonal allergies, Ear Acupuncture could be the answer! If you’d like to learn more about ear acupuncture before you dig into using it for specific conditions, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disclaimer<\/strong>: This blog post is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general information purposes only. If you have medical questions or concerns, you should always seek guidance from a licensed practitioner who understands your personal medical history.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Ear Acupuncture? <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Ear acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine that works with<\/em> the body\u2019s own healing systems. It\u2019s safe, effective, and free of harmful side effects<\/strong>. During ear acupuncture treatment, acupuncture points on the ear are stimulated with pressure, microcurrent, or light. Best of all, it\u2019s something you can do safely for yourself, right from the comfort of your home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, you can read 4 compelling reasons why ear acupuncture could be a positive addition to your treatment regiment for allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Ear acupuncture helps the body reach homeostasis.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the British acupuncture council, \u201cacupuncture is believed to stimulate the nervous system and cause the release of neurochemical messenger molecules. The resulting biochemical changes influence the body\u2019s homeostatic mechanisms,<\/strong> thus promoting physical and emotional well-being.\u201d Ear acupuncture, which uses the same mechanism of treatment and also stimulates acupuncture points, likely has the same effect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homeostasis is the state of equilibrium where our bodies function best. Returning to homeostasis is one of the important thing that our bodies do subconsciously<\/strong>\u2014it keeps us alive! Right now, without your conscious thought, your body is, at this very moment, managing the pH of your blood, regulating your temperature, controlling blood flow and heart rate, digesting food in your system and so much more! Ear acupuncture helps the body return to homeostasis,<\/strong>especially after a stressful experience, like being exposed to an allergen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With time, ear acupuncture may help train your body to return to this state more easily. This encourages less stress, less extreme negative emotion, less illness, better immune system function, less susceptibility to inflammation, more energy and a higher sense of wellbeing. All of this combined may decrease the frequency and severity of allergy attacks<\/strong>, and help you feel better in general. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Ear acupuncture may regulate mucosal and cellular immunity.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few different kinds of allergies, but they are all related to an inflammatory response in the body to a trigger that is actually harmless, but that your body perceives as a threat.. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergic reactions are caused by exposure to allergic triggers (like pollen or pet dander). When such substances enter the mucous membranes of the nose and throat, the body generates an immune response and amps up production of histamines, flooding the area with inflammatory cells to fight off the invader. This response is designed to protect you from foreign invaders like viruses or bacteria. However, in many cases, the foreign invaders are actually completely harmless substances that the body has learned to attack needlessly. This can lead to constant inflammation in the sinuses, lungs, ears, nose and throat\u2013or, in other words, allergies. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In one study, acupuncture was found to regulate and normalize this response,helping the body respond less to harmless invaders, and more to dangerous pathogens.<\/strong> This boosts immunity while also reducing chronic inflammation. Wow!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because ear acupuncture also uses acupuncture points and stimulates them in a similar way, it is generally understood to have a similar effect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Ear acupuncture helps REGULATE the immune system. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the immune system is a very good and very important thing, don’t fall into the trap of thinking that “boosting” your immune system is always the best way to go. In fact, sometimes the immune system is doing TOO much in your body and actually needs to “chill out.” Chronic activation of the immune system leads to chronic inflammation in the body. Remember–an immune response is an inflammatory response!. In the case of chronic allergies, your immune system may be working far harder than it actually needs to. That’s where immune system REGULATION comes into play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acupuncture has been shown to help REGULATE the function of our immune systems, encouraging the “Goldie Locks” effect. Not too little, not too much, but just enough. It can help calm down unnecessary inflammatory reactions and redirect that powerful energy toward resting, digesting, and healing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Acupuncture may help open the sinuses and drain excess mucous.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A large 2012 study suggests that acupuncture may actually help inhibit structural changes in the airways that occur due to constant inflammation. Another 2012 study indicates that acupuncture may regulate the expression of genes and proteins that control the airway\u2019s inflammatory response. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other words, acupuncture has been shown to help prevent the worsening of allergy symptoms overtime, and may secure a better future quality of life. Many acupuncture points are directly used to open up the sinuses and help the lymphatic system function optimally to drain away excess mucous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Several ear acupuncture points have been traditionally used for this purpose, too.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Do I Treat? <\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Okay, now that you know that ear acupuncture is a valuable ally against seasonal allergies, you’re probably starting to wonder… how do I treat these points? And with what?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’re on the right track! There are a few vital components to effective, accurate ear acupuncture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. A Good Reference Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you’ll need in order to treat the ear is a really good reference<\/em> guide<\/em>. Something that will show you WHAT points to treat, and WHERE the points are in an understandable, accurate picture. <\/strong>The only problem is, there are acupuncture points in all the nooks and crannies, including on the back of your ear. It would be pretty hard to see them all in a 2D image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That’s why the best reference tool in the business is <\/strong>Auriculo 360<\/a>.<\/strong> Check out the GIF below – as you can see, Auriculo 360 gives you a fully 3-dimensional ear that you can rotate, spin, turn and drag. You can also zoom in, toggle between left and right ears, and overlay the Nogier frequency zones (well-studied frequencies for different areas of the ear).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, Auriculo 360 is complete with over a hundred pre-made protocols for common ailments<\/strong>, along with a database of hundreds of individual points. Protocols can be modified as needed to fit your treatment style! It’s an absolute no-brainer for anyone interested in learning and using auriculotherapy.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The best part is Auriculo 360<\/a> was designed to be incredibly affordable, with options less than $11 per month when paid annually.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get a FREE TRIAL of Auriculo 360 right now<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n