Improving Digestion Naturally with Acupuncture | Deanna Carell Aesthetics + Acupuncture

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a healthy digestive system is the foundation of good health. When your digestion is balanced, your body efficiently transforms food into Qi (energy) and Blood to nourish every cell. But when this system falls out of balance, due to stress, diet, illness, or emotional strain, symptoms like bloating, acid reflux, constipation, diarrhea, and fatigue often appear.

Acupuncture offers a natural, holistic way to bring your digestion back into balance. By supporting your body’s innate ability to heal and regulate itself, acupuncture can help you feel lighter, more energized, and more in tune with your body.

How Acupuncture Supports Digestive Health

In TCM, the Spleen and Stomach are the central organs responsible for digestion. They govern the transformation and transportation of food and fluids throughout the body. When these systems become weakened, often due to stress, poor diet, overthinking, or irregular eating habits, digestive symptoms arise.

Acupuncture works by gently stimulating key points along the body’s meridians to:

• Strengthen the Spleen and Stomach Qi

• Reduce inflammation in the gut

• Regulate peristalsis (the rhythmic movement of the intestines)

• Balance stomach acid and digestive enzyme function

• Support the liver’s role in smooth digestion and emotional regulation

By restoring the smooth flow of Qi and Blood through the digestive system, acupuncture helps your body return to a state of harmony and ease.

Conditions Acupuncture Can Help Regulate

Research and clinical practice show that acupuncture can help improve many digestive concerns, including:

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

• Acid reflux and heartburn

• Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis

• Peptic ulcers

• Bloating, gas, or sluggish digestion

• Nausea and vomiting

• Food sensitivities and appetite imbalance

Many patients also report improved energy levels, reduced anxiety, and better sleep after a series of digestive-focused acupuncture treatments, reflecting the deep connection between the gut, the mind, and overall wellness.

Moxibustion and Dietary Guidance

In some cases, your acupuncturist may use moxibustion, a gentle warming therapy that involves burning the herb mugwort over acupuncture points. This technique nourishes the digestive organs, reduces inflammation, and promotes smoother digestion, especially beneficial in colder months or for those who feel fatigued and sluggish after meals.

At Deanna Carell Aesthetics + Acupuncture, your treatment plan may also include personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations based on your unique constitution. These holistic adjustments help reinforce your acupuncture treatments and maintain balance between sessions.

Restore Balance to Your Digestive System

If you’ve been struggling with ongoing digestive discomfort, it may be time to approach your gut health from a more holistic perspective. Acupuncture supports your body’s natural healing mechanisms and addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms.

At Deanna Carell Aesthetics + Acupuncture, we help you find lasting relief through gentle, customized acupuncture treatments that rebalance your digestion and renew your energy.Book your session today and experience how balanced digestion can transform your overall well-being.