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Many friends know that cupping (ba guan) can expel cold and dampness, but it is also effective for general obesity. Cupping works by stimulating acupoints, adjusting meridians, and enhancing spleen and stomach function to achieve weight loss. If you have tried many methods to lose weight without success, consider trying cupping. Some netizens reported losing four pounds after just two sessions. 
Teacher Zhang: The commonly used acupoints are shown in the image below. Cupping is generally effective for obesity, particularly at Zhongwan (中脘), Wailing (外陵) using large cups, combined with diet and exercise for the best results. My experience is that ensuring adequate sleep also helps with weight loss. Fire cupping is effective, and air cupping is also beneficial. 
The cupping acupoints are indicated by the yellow circles in the image above: Zhongwan (中脘), Shuifen (水分), Qihai (气海), Guanyuan (关元), Burong (不容), Huanroumen (滑肉门), Tianshu (天枢), Wailing (外陵), which should be cupped symmetrically on both sides, with Zhongwan and Wailing using large cups. The image below was sent by a netizen as a reference, thank you very much! 
Here are some feedback excerpts from netizens:
Netizen:It’s effective; I lost four pounds after two sessions, but may I ask @Acupuncturist Zhang Baoxun how to handle blisters? Can I continue cupping?Teacher Zhang: Wait until the blisters are absorbed before cupping again.
Netizen:I lost over ten pounds with cupping; I have cupped all these acupoints and also my arms and legs.
Netizen:I cupped last night, and after that, I had very sticky stools in the toilet. My feet felt warm. The traditional Chinese medicine doctor said I had heavy cold and dampness. After cupping, my delayed period came the next day. I lost over a kilogram on the scale. Can I cup every day during my menstrual period?
Netizen:After cupping, I don’t feel hungry easily. The weight loss is not much, but I feel some qi in my stomach, and my bowel movements have increased. I will continue to persist.
Warm Reminder
1. Be careful during cupping to avoid burns on the skin.2. Do not cup during menstruation or pregnancy.3. It is recommended to leave the cups on for 10 minutes to avoid blisters from prolonged exposure.4. Cupping once a day for a week is recommended as a treatment course.5. It will not harm your vital energy or cause rebound (except for those who overeat).6. Weight loss results are for reference and vary from person to person.Images are sourced from Shetu Network and the internet.