Losing weight can be a challenging journey, and while appearance matters to some, the absolute priority should be a healthy fat metabolism. Many fad diets and weight loss medications promise quick results but often harm the body in the long run. Instead of relying on extreme measures, why not explore a natural approach rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)?
The Girdle Vessel acupoint (Dai Mai, GB26) has been used for centuries to support digestion and fat metabolism. For those struggling with stubborn belly fat, this ancient practice may offer a holistic and sustainable solution.
The Unique Role of Dai Mai in TCM
The name of this acupoint is unique because it shares the same name as the Girdle Vessel or Dai Mai. It is one of the eight extraordinary vessels in TCM and is the only energy channel that runs horizontally across the lower abdomen, resembling a belt. The Dai Mai acupoint was first documented in the classical text “Su Wen (Basic Questions),” described as being located at the intersection of the gallbladder meridian and the Dai Mai vessel.
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.
