How to Use Qigong to Treat Allergies

The rise of allergies in the past 50 years has resulted in numerous alternative recipes for dealing with this pernicious problem. Qigong is an ancient Chinese healing practice, intimately connected to breath control. Here is an approach to help when dealing with allergies using qigong.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Study medical qigong. Of the various styles, medical qigong is the one intended to fight disease and treat ailments like allergies. You can purchase a books to give yourself a basic grounding in the principles and practices of medical qigong.

2. Direct your qi to where allergies manifest themselves. The basic notion of qigong is that your own internal energy can be focused on a specific problem to alleviate it. For example, if exposure to your pet cat makes your eyes itchy, direct your attention to your eyes and imagine them functioning without irritation.

3. Stand upright and pay close attention to your posture. Energy flows from outside the body inward and it is critical that your posture facilitate this rather than hinder it.

4. Store your energy. Qigong not only increases energy flow in the short term, but it enables you to store energy for use later. This will help you combat allergies all the time, not just during your qigong practice.

5. Don't be afraid to experiment with different styles and patterns. Qigong is less structured than its cousin Tai Chi, and while certain forms are better for certain things, each of us is different and you should find the form that you most enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one that is licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.

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