reflexology and weightloss

[Randi]

im not to sure if someone has asked this before, but can reflexology help with weightloss?

 

[Kelcie, love .]

Hi Periwinkle,

I would think it depends on the cause of the excess weight, although by balancing the body with Reflexology all conditions could be helped.

Relaxation would help to eliminate stress and reduce stress-induced eating and could stimulate the bodies own weight-reducing elements, such as the brown adipose tissue, into action. Other conditions such as thyroid disorders, PCOS, etc. which can themselves cause great weight gain might also derive benefit from Reflexology in conjunction with standard Medical practices and result in weight loss.

I will be very interested to read the other replies to your question.

 

[tott1]

I think it can but in a round about way.

I had a client come to me for one particular problem but during our conversations we would discuss her weight problem. This in turn led her to think about her diet, I suggested that she may have food sensitivities from what she told me, she had an allergy test and this was confirmed. She was sensitive to wheat and cut it out and started to lose weight.

So! Though I can't say it was the reflexology per se, it did help her to focus on the problem and I think that body therapies in general do help people to do that.

 

[hrpyapya]

As Candie and Paul say, reflexology can be PART of helping someone to lose weight (elimination, balancing endocrine system etc). I have a client who is under the supervision of a clinical nutritionist to help her try to overcome PCOS. As part of this her nutritionist asked her to have regular reflexology. So far she has lost half a stone (I could swear it looks more), looks great and seems happier in herself. She is exercising more and enjoying eating a variety of foods. She is more relaxed. The weight loss is a bonus and happily she is getting many other benefits too.

 

[mariobro94]

Well, it definitely helps me, as when I'm treating someone I cant eat much before and often miss lunch when busy!!

Jan x

 

[PoixSogs]

You didn't mention DURING Jan...........all those toes just sitting there handy for holding crackers or crudites. Just add a lovely dip and enjoy!!!!!

yasmin x

 

[lovincupcakez]

I only hope you clean them thoroughly first

 

[Dom Kane]

I wasn't suggesting you actually EAT the toes Siobhan

yasmin x

 

[Johanna Curtisman]

Perhaps a nibble or two???

 

[Rush is Right]

Depends who's they are!!

Whether they have a nice Brie or gorgonzola aroma.

(Better stop here) Or we'll be doubling our client lists. HA HA

 

[Rishi]

Yuk Jan!! I wondered where my big toe went after the last time you treated me!!

[:'(]

Lesley