Address Poor Diet and Overuse of Antibiotics With This Acupoint
The Shang Qiu acupoint directs the body’s resources to sites of inflammation, delivers fresh energy, and moves waste toward the digestive organs to be expelled.
It’s almost a cliché to criticize the Standard American Diet—oily, processed, and nutrient-poor. Add in our overreliance on antibiotics, and it’s easy to see how we’re putting excessive stress on our bodies, making life tough for our digestive and immune systems.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), however, offers an alternative perspective—and a tool—that addresses both issues through one acupoint on your ankle: Shang Mound (Shang Qiu, SP5). It’s not magic but a choice grounded in centuries of practice. If you’ve ever wanted a more natural approach to better health, this might become your new favorite acupoint.
An Ancient Point With Modern Relevance
Shang Qiu was first recorded in the “Ling Shu” (“Spiritual Pivot”), one of the foundational texts of acupuncture. It’s the Jing-River point of the Spleen meridian, which in TCM is a spot where the flow of qi (vital energy) becomes deeper and more forceful. Jing-River points are known for their ability to expel external pathogens. In the case of Shang Qiu, its superpower is clearing “dampness” and promoting proper blood and energy circulation.
Moreen Liao
R.Ph. of TCM (Taiwan)
Moreen was born into a family with a lineage of four generations of traditional Chinese medicine doctors and professors.
She was Dean of the Natural Therapies Institute in Sydney, Australia.
Drawing on her family heritage, she created a certified organic wellness brand, and co-founded the largest Chinese medical image encyclopedia online.
