Psychologist Dr. Peta Stapleton from the Griffith University School of Medicine seems to have found a technique that reduces food cravings and could help people who are overweight or obese. She calls it “psychological acupuncture” or – more formally - the Emotional Freedom Technique.
“Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) combines gentle tapping on pressure points while focusing on particular emotions and thoughts… [Dr. Stapleton’s] research also showed the impact on food cravings was almost immediate and long lasting. Food cravings significantly reduced after just four, two-hour sessions and were maintained at a six-month follow-up.” [Source: Research Australia]
Though the study didn’t show any significant impact on body weight or body mass index after six months, 12-month results were still being analyzed. Changes in eating may not be enough to promote weight loss, but it can be significantly beneficial for people who also exercise regularly.
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Posted By: Stefanie Hamilton
