The start of a brand-new year is always a good opportunity to rest, recharge and revitalise… and many of us consider going on a detox in January to help us get over the Christmas festivities.
What is a detox?
The aim of detoxification is to remove any toxic substances from the body to improve health, give you an energy boost and help support the liver and kidneys.
Of course, it’s important to make sure that you follow a healthy diet consistently, as well as getting regular exercise and avoiding the likes of alcohol and cigarettes if you do want to make general health a priority in 2026 and beyond.
But you can up the ante in this regard if you consider a detox of some kind, whether that’s via fasting and juice cleanses, adding supplements to your diet, eliminating foods like dairy, carbs or caffeine, or having a colon cleanse, for example.
Another alternative – and one that can be very effective – is acupuncture, which works to stimulate the body’s natural pathways (such as the digestive system, kidneys and the liver) to help you remain in good health.
How can acupuncture support detoxification?
A form of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is a holistic approach to cleansing your body, one that has been used for thousands of years.
It helps your body’s natural pathways clear itself of toxins that build up over time, restoring and improving energy flow (Qi) while helping you to get rid of any anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm you may be experiencing.
What are the main acupuncture trigger points for detoxification?
To help support detoxification, your acupuncturist will target the liver, kidneys and digestive system.
Trigger points include:
Liver 3: Fine needles will be inserted in the top of the foot between the big toe and the second toe to help liver function and stress relief
Kidney 3: Here, the inner ankle is targeted to support energy and kidney filtration
Large intestine 4: Needles are inserted in the soft webbing between the thumb and index finger to release toxins
Stomach 36: Needles are inserted below the knee to support digestion, energy and immune system function
How to tell if you could benefit from detox acupuncture?
Tune into your body and how you’re feeling, as your body will tell you everything you need to know.
If you have any of the following symptoms, you may well benefit from having a few acupuncture sessions to help your body detox:
- Brain fog
- Fatigue
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Acne breakouts
- Dull skin
- Feeling emotionally blocked or overwhelmed
Going for weekly acupuncture sessions can really help you recharge and reset, but aim to make any necessary lifestyle changes as well, such as staying well hydrated throughout the day and eating clean.
We’d love to help you start 2026 off on the right foot, so give the AcuRestore team a call to find out more about how acupuncture could help.