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AcuSlim

AcuSlim is a portable device that electronically stimulates key acupuncture points that are effective in weight loss. These points stimulate the auricular branch of the vagal nerve and raise serotonin levels, both of which have been shown to increase tone in the smooth muscle of the stomach thus suppressing appetite. Treatment protocol involves two 20 minute sessions daily. Double blind studies performed by the University of Adelaide have shown that 93% of the active group lost an average of 3kg in the first 4 weeks, then continued to goal weight, maintained at most by an occasional treatment. (Copies of this study are available on request.) The unit is a well made Australian product intended for use by the general public and professionals alike. It can be used in conjunction with other weight loss programs and is simple and easy to use. AcuSlim has received national attention appearing on television programs such as "Today Tonight" on Channel 7 and "Today Show" on Channel 9. This is due to successful university trials.

Summary of University Trials

Objective: Many overweight people are aware that diets can help with weight loss but have difficulty in suppressing their appetite. Acupuncture stimulates the auricular branch of the Vagal nerve and raises serotonin levels, both of which have been shown to increase tone in the smooth muscle of the stomach, thus suppressing appetite.The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation of specific auricular acupuncture points on appetite suppression.

Methods: Sixty overweight subjects, randomly divided into an active and a control group, used the AcuSlim device twice daily for four weeks. The active group attached the AcuSlim to the acupuncture ear points Shenmen and stomach, whereas the control group attached the device to their thumb where there are no acupuncture points. The goal of a 2kg weight loss was set and changes in appetite and weight were reported for four weeks.

Results: Of those who responded, 95% of the active group noticed suppression of appetite, whereas none of the control group noticed such a change. None of the control group lost the required 2kg, with only four subjects losing any weight at all. Both the number of subjects who lost weight and the mean weight loss were significantly higher in the active group. (p<0.05).

Conclusion: Frequent stimulation of specific auricular acupuncture points is an effective method of appetite suppression which leads to weight loss.

Received 18 April 1997; accepted 21 November 1997

CODE Price (Inc. GST) Qty Buy
ACUSLIM AUD$191.82
(211.00 inc. GST)