Note:

Consult your doctor. This is for educational purpose only.

The stomach is strong, a person has the ability to transform food into valuable nutrients
that the body can use. If the digestive force is weak or blocked, the body will not receive
the nutrients it needs or properly eliminate waste.
You may have heard of acupressure.
The philosophical and clinical roots of Chinese medicine did not have words for the
enzymes, minerals, bacteria, and other catalysts that we now know to be an important
part of the digestive process. Nonetheless, modern medicine has found that
acupuncture can effectively regulate the digestive system and strengthen its ability to
break down food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste.
Chinese medicine understands the body as constantly balancing the opposing and
interdependent forces of yin and yang, which are like the water and fire aspects of the
body. This constant balancing act is expressed as qi (commonly spelled chi), which
translates to energy.
Each organ in the body has its own qi and follows a specific pathway. Much like a river
running through the earth, qi runs through pathways in the body called meridians.
Meridians are like rivers of qi in the body. Where the qi collects is called an acupoint.
Stimulating these acupoints is called acupressure.
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STOMACH 36:

The acupoint known as Stomach 36 (ST-36) is also called Zu San Li, which means leg
three miles. The name refers to the ability of this point to greatly strengthen energy, so
that a person can walk another three miles, even when exhausted.

To locate: Slightly bend your leg and place four fingers just below the kneecap. Begin
with the index finger at the base of the kneecap. The point is where the little finger rests,
on the outside aspect of the hard shinbone. Feel around for the tender spot.
This acupoint can boost the immune system, and it can also strengthen overall
energy. It is often used to strengthen weak digestion and improve digestive disorders,
ranging from constipation to diarrhea, gas, bloating, vomiting, and nausea.
Essential oils: Orange, Neroli, or Bergamont.
Caution: All of these oils can make the skin sensitive to sunlight and are phototoxic.
Use only in the evening or when you plan to stay indoors.
Supplement: When your stomach is not digesting food properly, its important to get the
most bio-available sources of nutrition. Body Ecology Vitality SuperGreen heals and
nourishes your gastrointestinal tract.

Vitality SuperGreen is made with GlutImmune, a form of glutamine that is ten times more
potent than L-glutamine.
GlutImmune has an unparalleled capacity to rebuild the lining of the intestines.

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Vitality SuperGreen also contains a unique blend of fermented algae and fermented
vegetables.
Fermentation means that the nutrients found in these foods are at maximum availability.
It also means that there are plenty of good bacteria to help with digestion, reduce
inflammation, and support the immune system.

REN 12:

Ren is a channel where all the yin fluids of the body collect. Ren 12, also called Zhong
Wan or middle cavity, is specifically where the energy of the stomach gathers and
collects. In Chinese medicine, the stomach is called the sea of water and grain. One of
its principle functions is to transform water and grain into usable nutrients.

To locate: Find your belly button and locate the point where your ribs come together,
where there will be a soft depression. If you draw a line from the point where your ribs
meet to your belly button, Ren 12 is in the center of this line. In the chakra system, this
relates to the solar plexus.
This acupoint is used for lack of appetite and indigestion. Excess emotion while eating,
especially anger, can damage the function of the stomach. This acupoint relieves
stomach upset that is related to emotions. It can also alleviate fullness from overeating,
gas, bloating, and acid regurgitation.
Essential oils: Ginger.
On sensitive skin, mix ginger essential oil with a carrier oil, such as jojoba.
Supplement: In addition to acupressure, digestive upset and acid regurgitation can
often be alleviated with the addition of good bacteria in the form of fermented foods and
beverages. Combining diet with acupressure is like two people coming together for a
common goal. The effect is often more profound.

3.

Try drinking 4 ounces of Body Ecology InnergyBiotic three times a day.

The good bacteria in a fermented beverage can often calm down gas and bloating.
Research also suggests that acid regurgitation may be due to an overgrowth of harmful
bacteria. Good bacteria keep those bad guys in check.

STOMACH 25:

Even though this acupoint is located on the stomach meridian, it is where all the energy
of the large intestine gathers and concentrates. The name for Stomach 25 (ST-25) is
Tian Shu, which means heavens pivot. This acupoint is where the upper and lower
gastrointestinal tract meet and relate to each other.

To locate: Place three fingers parallel and alongside the center of the bellybutton. The
point is at the edge of the last finger, three fingers away from the center of the
bellybutton.
Stomach 25 is especially useful in alleviating constipation, diarrhea, and any other kind
of intestinal disorder. Stimulating ST-25 also moves abdominal blood and can alleviate
menstrual irregularities.

Essential oils: Fennel or Frankincense.

Try direct application. Or mix a few drops of fennel or frankincense with a carrier oil.
Coconut oil and apricot kernel oil are especially good choices. With light pressure,
massage around the bellybutton in small circles that move from right to left.
Caution: If you are pregnant, avoid fennel essential oil.
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Begin at ST-25 on the right side.

Massage in small circles up towards Ren-12.
Continue massaging in small circles, moving toward ST-25 on the left.
Continue massaging in small circles to a place that is a couple of inches below the
bellybutton.
5. Complete the circle, and continue massaging in small circles until you reach ST-25 on
the right side.
6. Repeat for several minutes and breathe deeply.